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How to Soothe Heartburn. Waking up in the middle of the night with heartburn is no fun.
Fortunately, there are some simple remedies for fast heartburn relief. You will need A
glass of water Baking soda Vinegar Chamomile tea Peppermint leaves and honey (optional).
Step 1. The fastest way to get rid of heartburn is to stand up. Heartburn is caused by food
and stomach acid moving up the esophagus; standing helps gravity work for you instead
of against you. Step 2. Try a spoonful of vinegar. Heartburn is sometimes caused by
too little stomach acid; vinegar gives the stomach what it needs for efficient digestion.
Step 3. Drink a glass of water, followed by half a glass of water mixed with 1 teaspoon
of baking soda. The calcium in the baking soda counteracts your stomach acid to relieve
heartburn. To make the water and baking soda taste palatable, add a couple drops of honey.
Step 4. Chamomile, like baking soda, is high in calcium. Like baking soda, it will lower
stomach acid, while tasting a whole lot better! Step 5. Chew on peppermint leaves. Peppermint
is high in menthol, which can help relax the stomach. Did you know An old wives' tale says
that a woman who has heartburn during pregnancy will give birth to a hairy baby.