Understanding Heartburn

Heartburn is the uncomfortable burning sensation in the chest when stomach acid flows backward from your stomach to your esophagus. Learn about how it occurs here.

Are heartburn, acid reflux, and GERD the same? Not exactly. Read more about the differences between these conditions, as well as their symptoms and causes.

When it comes to heartburn, it can be difficult to separate what’s fact from fiction. Understand the truth behind these common heartburn myths.

Food and lifestyle choices can cause heartburn in anyone. Learn about common triggers that cause heartburn and what you can avoid to prevent future symptoms.

Learn more about what heartburn feels like, common symptoms of heartburn, and how the symptoms differ from those of GERD.

Dealing with major life changes and ongoing stress can cause or worsen heartburn. Read on to learn more about steps you can take to prevent heartburn symptoms.

Pregnancy hormones can trigger heartburn or make symptoms worse, leading to discomfort after eating. Discover tips and tricks to stop heartburn in its tracks.

When you have heartburn, you want relief as soon as possible. Read about strategies that can help heartburn disappear within minutes and stay away.

Learn about the foods that may trigger heartburn and find tips on making helpful changes in your diet, in order to prevent and relieve heartburn.

Learn how small lifestyle changes can prevent or minimize your heartburn symptoms. Check out our top tips for heartburn prevention to find what might work for you.

Symptoms of heartburn can often flare up at night, especially after a meal. Find out what may be causing your nighttime heartburn symptoms and learn what you can do to treat and prevent it.