Taking 3mg of melatonin can prevent heartburn flares as effectively as prescription PPIs by helping heal the valve that keeps stomach acid from splashing up into your throat. As a bonus, this natural sleep hormone can also cut your risk of insomnia.
Two Study-Proven Remedies for Holiday Heartburn and Bloat
From big, fancy meals to rich party snacks and cookies, the holidays can wreak havoc on our systems, causing bloat, heartburn, and other woes. The good news is these study-proven remedies can soothe your stomach.
Stop Heartburn and Deepen Sleep With Melatonin
Banish Bloat With a Sip of Apple Cider Vinegar
Bloat and burping are often triggered by too little stomach acid. To ease symptoms, sip unpasteurized apple cider vinegar (1 tablespoon diluted in a glass of water); its natural acids may help quash gas formation. As a bonus, ACV can also stimulate the stomach nerve that makes you feel full sooner.
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