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as certain herbal teas aren't recommended or safe during pregnancy) "Having serious heartburn," says one What to Expect Community parent krtMAYBE21. "I get heartburn after eating acidic foods." ...

During pregnancy, women often experience symptoms of GERD, such as heartburn; however, because these symptoms nearly always disappear immediately after labor, no study had investigated whether the ...

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Learn the best foods for relieving heartburn as gastroenterologist Dr. Will Bulsiewicz joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck ...

Pressure of the growing womb during pregnancy can also press on the stomach, causing the condition. Excessive eating, especially of fatty foods, can also cause acid reflux by stretching the ...

Myth No. 4: Experiencing heartburn during pregnancy means you’re having a ... eating ginger and high-fiber foods; avoiding food triggers; not lying down after eating (aim to stay upright for ...

First, the good. Foods low in acid help your LES close. It's the muscle that helps keep acid in your gut, and heartburn at bay. Lean proteins like chicken and turkey are smart choices. Low-acid ...

“Some people find spicy foods worsen symptoms ... “As with obesity, in pregnancy there is a lot more acid reflux. This is because of the increase in abdominal pressure. Thankfully, this ...