Heartburn or Acid Reflux is generally caused by
stomach acids of fumes finding their way back up into the esophagus. Because of
the location of the pain, it can often be mistaken for heart pain, thus the name
heartburn. Is it heartburn or a heart
attack? It can sometimes be difficult to tell. In the case of severe
heartburn, you probably have some sort of aggravated condition that needs
serious attention, regardless of whether it's your heart or advanced
deterioration of tissues in your esophagus. Pain, especially severe pain, is
your bodies way of telling you it needs help.
The following items are commonly
thought to contribute to heartburn. It is often recommended that you
monitor your intake or avoid them completely.
