Don't Drink Too Much Alcohol

The stomach produces more acid when alcohol is consumed. It also relaxes the LES. Alcohol use frequently results in heartburn. Alcohol may sometimes increase the incidence of GERD and heartburn. A review from 2019 found that GERD was more common in people who consumed more alcohol or more regularly. Even though this does not imply a causal relationship, it does raise the possibility.

Try these suggestions if you drink:

• Mix club soda or water with the alcohol to dilute it.
• Consume in moderation. Have no more than three beers, one or two mixed drinks, and no more than 16 ounces of wine.
• Red wine should be substituted with white.
• Pick non-alcoholic wine or beer.
• Keep track of the alcoholic beverages that give you heartburn. Do your best to stay away from these drinks.
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