burning or even ripping sensations of pain.

There are many foods that have a tendency to trigger esophageal reflux. Chocolate and dairy products are among some of the most common exacerbating elements of triggers. Cruciferous vegetables such as cabbage, onions, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts and broccoli are also known culprits.

Foods that are very spicy or high in fat can also cause heartburn, though these are more likely to be contributing factors for those who do not normally consume these types of food.

Try reducing the intake of these types of food. Also, many people can eat some of these foods early in the day, but have trouble with increased acid production when they’re eaten closer to bed time.

There are also other factors that may play a part in your esophageal reflux condition, such as hiatus hernia, hypercalcemia or Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. The later two diseases cause an increased production of gastrin, which leads to increased acidity in the stomach.

With hiatus hernia cases, esophageal reflux is caused or exacerbated by motility and mechanical factors. There are structural abnormalities that allow gastric contents to spill out of the stomach and irritate the esophagus.

Though there are other factors that contribute to esophageal reflux, modifying eating habits can have a positive effect on your struggle with heartburn and even the underlying issues related to disease.

Many people have had success alleviating their by taking note of what they eat. Over time they begin to notice patterns to their heartburn and the foods that were eaten. Not all people are able to get rid of heartburn once and for all, yet most people realized a significant improvement. The best way to find out if it will work for you is to give it a try.

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