PARIS, France — Exercise has a variable impact on the onset of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) symptoms. The mechanisms at play are complex and seldom studied. Frank Zerbib, MD, head of the ...

Do you feel a burning in your chest and/or a bitter taste in your mouth mid-workout? If so, you're likely one of the many exercise enthusiasts who experiences exercise-induced heartburn. There's no ...

About 30 percent of American adults struggle with heartburn and acid reflux. There are options for relief that don't include medicine. About 30 percent of American adults struggle with heartburn and ...

It's no surprise that as the years and pounds add up, many baby boomers experience what we commonly call heartburn. Chronic heartburn, also known as gastrointestinal reflux disease or GERD, is a ...

If it feels like everything you eat is giving you heartburn, you should consult with a doctor. It could be related to diet, pregnancy, or aging. But it may also be due to medications you take or an ...

Question: I occasionally get heartburn right after swimming. Can you explain why this happens? Answer: Most of us have had heartburn at one time or another _ primarily a burning sensation behind the ...

Heartburn is pain, discomfort or a burning sensation felt at the bottom of one's throat or in one's upper chest − usually just behind the breastbone. Though many people talk about acid reflux and ...

Many people dismiss heartburn as an unavoidable part of life, particularly after enjoying spicy foods or eating too close to bedtime. While occasional acid reflux affects millions of Americans, ...

Until you have an encounter with heartburn (acid reflux), you might not realize just how intensely uncomfortable and worrisome the sensation can be. In fact, it can feel so intense that you might find ...