How to Relieve Heart Burn Quickly

Heartburn is a burning sensation that occurs from acid reflux, where stomach acid flows back into your esophagus. Stomach acid flows back into your esophagus when you consume foods that relax your lower esophageal sphincter (LES), muscle fibers that connect your stomach to your esophagus. Foods such as chocolate, peppermint, tomato-based foods, fried, spicy and high-fat foods can contribute to LES relaxation. Quick heartburn relief can be achieved by taking over-the-counter medications, prescription medication or home remedies.

Things You'll Need

• Antacids
• Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs)

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Instructions

• 1

  Take antacids after your meal. Antacids help relieve heartburn by neutralizing stomach acid.

• 2

  Use proton pump inhibitors. Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) blocks your stomach from producing acid, which prevents heartburn from occurring. Begin taking the medication as soon as heartburn occurs, and continue to take it daily to prevent future heartburn. PPIs are better than other over-the-counter medications, such as H-2 receptor blockers, as PPIs take less time to reduce symptoms.

• 3

  Drink herbal tea. According to the Cleveland Clinic, drinking herbal tea and other warm liquids can help you manage heartburn.

• 4

  Sit up after eating. Lying down shortly after eating can cause acid to flow back into your esophagus.

• 5

  Drink a glass of milk. Milk can balance the pH level in your stomach, according to "Heartburn & Reflux for Dummies."