How Do You Cope With Heartburn During Pregnancy?
Even if you have never experienced heartburn before, it is a very common occurence during pregnancy. As the baby starts to grow inside your uterus, all of your other organs begin shifting around to make room for the growing baby. This causes your stomach, intestines and liver to be much higher in your abdomen than they once were. The acid in your food is then pushed up higher than it used to be, causing you a burning discomfort. Here are a few simple things that may help you to prevent and cope with pregnancy related heartburn. First of all, avoid the foods that trigger the heartburn most. These include all foods that are high in acid. Examples are citrus fruits, fruit juices, tomatoes, tomatoes sauce, coffee, chocolate, onions, peppers, etc. You will also need to avoid vinegar or foods that contain vinegar, like pickles, mustard and some salad dressings. If you are craving any of these foods try to find an alternative if possible. This may save you some heartburn. When heartburn attac
