How often and how long should I use the household remedies?

The frequency and length of use of household remedies should be adapted to the severity of the symptoms. For acute pain it is highly recommended to use the household remedies in full intensity to relieve the pain.If heartburn occurs repeatedly over a long period of time, the use of household remedies should be adjusted accordingly. In the case of drug therapy under the supervision of a doctor, the use of household remedies should be clarified accordingly. The use of baking soda should always be for a short period of time and should be discussed with a doctor if possible.

What should be avoided?

Heartburn is more common after eating. From this, conclusions can be drawn about possible triggering foods.

For many of those affected, these include toast, waffles, cakes, fatty meat and sausages, as well as citrus fruits and horseradish.
Also, certain beverages, such as carbonated drinks, alcohol and coffee should be avoided if possible.
Smoking can also promote the development of heartburn and should therefore be avoided.

Heartburn at night

Heartburn also occurs at night for many people affected. This often leads to sleep disorders and severe pain. It is therefore recommended to keep the upper body slightly erect during the night.

Sleeping on your side can also help with heartburn at night. In addition, you should avoid eating something directly before going to bed and instead take your last meal at least three hours apart before eating.

The reason for this is that the gastric juice can easily flow back into the esophagus when the body is in a horizontal position.

Treatment of the disease only with home remedies or only as supportive therapy?

Whether or not heartburn can only be treated with home remedies depends on the frequency of the pain.

For occasional heartburn, no drug therapy is usually necessary, provided that the household remedies create a corresponding reduction in symptoms.
However, if heartburn occurs repeatedly, a medical examination should be made and appropriate treatment initiated. The household remedies can be used in this case, after consultation with the doctor, accordingly supporting further use.