What can I take for heartburn relief while pregnant??
Though you may not be able to eliminate heartburn completely, you can take some steps to minimize your discomfort. Don’t eat foods that are known heartburn triggers. These include chocolate, citrus fruits and juices, tomatoes and tomato-based products, mustard, vinegar, mint products, and spicy, highly seasoned, fried, and fatty foods. For a complete list of foods to avoid, check out this chart. For foods that have a low risk of causing heartburn, check out this chart. Avoid drinks containing caffeine (coffee, tea, cola) because these can relax the LES and allow acid to reflux back into the esophagus. Avoid alcohol. Alcohol relaxes the LES. Read the article on alcohol and heartburn for more information. Don’t eat big meals. Eat several small meals throughout the day instead. Don’t rush through your meals. Take your time eating, and chew thoroughly. Wait at least three hours after your last meal before going to bed. It’s important to drink plenty of water during pregnancy (8-10 glasses
