Almost everyone suffers from heartburn at some stage or another, and instead of reaching for a cure, why not take some advice from the Alternative Home Remedies book, compiled bu Bill Gottlieb, and perhaps prevent it from happening at all.
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The book recommends:
- Avoid high-fat foods
- Don’t eat big meals
- Don’t eat before bedtime
- Cut out coffee and tea
- Drink fewer fizzy drinks
- Watch out for spices
- Ditch the chocolate
- Loosen your belt after eating
- Skip the spearmint and peppermint
- Don’t drink alcohol at night
- Slim down if you are overweight
- Stop smoking
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Although heartburn usually responds well to home remedies, if the problem persistss for more than a week, it is advisable to consult your doctor to rule out any serious problems.
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