6 surprising causes and remedies of heartburn

When it comes to pain and discomfort, it can often feel like we don't have any real options except to deal with it.

But for those who prefer to take control of their health and comfort, there are actually quite a lot of at-home remedies to help battle an entire host of aches and pains.

Just as there are simple ways to combat hip pain on your own, it is also surprisingly easy to win the fight against extremely uncomfortable heartburn!

Scroll through below for an exclusive list of surprising causes and simple remedies for heartburn. Knowing what may be triggering this pain and discomfort can help you to avoid it altogether. I had no idea that my clothing could actually be making the acid reflux worse!

And each of the home remedies is so simple that I will definitely be giving them a try. If putting a few books under the head of my bed can do the trick, then sign me up!

Which of these remedies has worked for you? Do you have any other heartburn-fighting suggestions? Let us know in the comments.

What Is Heartburn?

Morgan Swofford for LittleThings

Many of us may be experiencing heartburn without even realizing that's what is going on.

So, what exactly is it?

According to WebMD, "Heartburn is an irritation of the esophagus that is caused by stomach acid.

"This can create a burning discomfort in the upper abdomen or below the breast bone."

So for those who suffer from mild to severe heartburn, what can be done to stop it?

Keep clicking below for a look at the surprising causes and simple at-home remedies for this uncomfortable condition!

Watch the video below to learn more about heartburns:

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