It is easy to overindulge during the holiday season - and you risk getting heartburn if you do. A doctor advises practising portion control and watching how much alcohol you drink. Photo: Shutterstock
How to enjoy holiday feasts without the heartburn: tips from an expert
- Heartburn is the food version of a hangover. Experienced as a pain in the chest, it is caused by acidic stomach content flowing back up into the gullet
- Advancing age, stress and anxiety can be triggers; to avoid it, a gastroenterologist says, don’t overeat, or eat near bedtime, and limit your alcohol intake
It is easy to overindulge during the holiday season - and you risk getting heartburn if you do. A doctor advises practising portion control and watching how much alcohol you drink. Photo: Shutterstock