Florida-based gastroenterologist Dr. Joseph Salhab has shared three non-pharmacological habits to help alleviate mild heartburn and post-meal acid reflux.
Chewing sugar-free gum after meals stimulates saliva production to help neutralize stomach acid, while diaphragmatic belly breathing strengthens lower esophageal sphincter coordination.
Taking light walks after eating can also stimulate digestion and promote food movement without placing excessive pressure on the stomach.