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Keeping Pregnant Women Away From Acid Reflux Dilemma
For various reasons, many women tend to develop heartburn symptoms while still carrying their baby.
One of these is the rise in hormones a woman's body experiences during pregnancy. When this happens, the ligaments that keep the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) tightly closed will become softer. The LES tends to relax at inappropriate times, which allows food and stomach acid to reflux back into the esophagus and throat.
Another factor contributing to heartburn during pregnancy is increased pressure in the woman's stomach brought on by her body's changes and the growing baby. As a result, the contents of the stomach are pushed directly into the LES before moving on to the esophagus.
A pregnant woman can use a number of techniques to decrease the discomfort that heartburn causes. The following are wise suggestions, albeit they might not completely stop the heartburn:
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1.) Eat less of the foods that cause heartburn. Chocolates, spicily foods, citrus juices and fruits, mustard, tomatoes and tomato-based goods, fatty foods, fried foods, and dishes with a lot of seasoning are a few examples of this. To get the full list of foods to avoid acid reflux, try to consult medical experts. Additionally, think about what items you can eat that aren't too likely to give you heartburn.
2.) Eliminate caffeine-containing beverages like soda, tea, and coffee. If you consume too many of these, the LES will relax and allow the acid to flow back into your oesophagus.
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3.) Avoid drinking alcoholic beverages. This has the similar impact as caffeine in that it tends to relax the LES, causing heartburn.
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4.) Stay away from heavy meals. It is recommended that you eat several modest meals throughout the day.
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5.) Eat slowly; don't rush through meals. Take your time when eating because chewing your meal well will actually help you avoid heartburn.
After finishing your last meal, rest for at least three hours before going to bed.
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A pregnant woman is advised to drink extra water, at least 8 to 10 glasses per day, but not right before or after meals. By doing this, the stomach will enlarge and the LES will experience increased pressure, forcing it to open improperly. Therefore, it is highly advised to consume more water and other liquids between meals.
When sleeping elevate the head of the bed for at least six to eight inches. Try to sleep with an elevated head and shoulders through a wedge pillow. Through this, the gravity will work as much that it will keep the acids in your stomach in their placein the stomach, not in the esophagus. Try to consult physicians to gain additional knowledge on how to relieve nighttime heartburn.
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Wear loose-fitting clothing instead. Heartburn is brought on by abdominal and waist tightness since it makes one feel uneasy.
Avoid bending at the waist; instead, bend at the knees. By doing this, excessive stomach pressure will be avoided.
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Sit upright in a comfortable chair rather than slouching.
Maintain a healthy weight; being overweight or obese will cause your stomach greater tension. As a result, the stomach contents will be forced past the LES and into the oesophagus. Follow your doctor's advice.
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Don't smoke. Doctors warned that smoking during pregnancy could have a number of negative effects, including an increased risk of heartburn.
NOTE: This article only for information. Firstly you should visit your family doctor
