You've loaded up on goodies while at a family gathering, and you suddenly feel chest pains. Is it heartburn or something ...

Nearly everybody has experienced heartburn—also called pyrosis or acid indigestion—at some point. Heartburn is a symptom of acid reflux, which is when stomach acids flow back into the esophagus (the ...

Heartburn is caused by acid from the stomach flowing backwards up the oesophagus - the food pipe that leads from the mouth to the stomach. Occasional heartburn causes just an unpleasant taste in ...

Jay N. Yepuri, MD, MS, FACG, is a board-certified gastroenterologist and member of the Digestive Health Associates of Texas Board of Directors and Executive Committee. There are several reasons ...

The holiday season is here. Before we gather with family and indulge in holiday meals, it’s important to be aware that the ...

Periods can bring more than just cramps and mood swings; many also experience heartburn and diarrhoea. These symptoms can add ...

A balanced diet containing nonacidic fruits, vegetables, lean protein sources, and probiotic-rich foods may help relieve heartburn symptoms and benefit overall health and well-being. Some foods ...