Heartburn Diet & Lifestyle
Smart Choices to Fight Heartburn
Here are some simple tips for making smart choices to fight frequent heartburn.
The Right Diet
- Avoid common heartburn triggers, including spicy and fatty foods, caffeine and alcohol.
- Slow down when you eat, and choose smaller, more frequent meals. Large meals increase the chance of heartburn.
- Try to eat more than 3 hours before going to sleep. Lying down can aggravate heartburn.
- Keep off extra pounds. Extra weight may put pressure on your stomach, forcing stomach acid into your esophagus.
Did You Know
With Prilosec OTC, you can enjoy the foods you love without the pain of frequent heartburn.*
A Healthy Lifestyle
- Reduce stress. Stress can contribute to heartburn and make you more likely to overeat. Make time for yourself, prioritize responsibilities and try to keep things in perspective to reduce stress in your life.
- Exercise regularly. It will help you manage stress and keep you healthier overall. Exercising also helps you sleep better.
- Stop smoking. Smoking relaxes the valve at the top of your stomach, allowing excess stomach acid to reflux into your esophagus.
*It’s possible with Prilosec OTC. Use as directed for 14 days for treating frequent heartburn. Not for immediate relief.
