Innocent Habits That Secretly Trigger Acid Reflux

Lisette Marie

19. The Hidden Habit of Snoring or Sleep Apnea

A woman looks frustrated in bed as her partner snores loudly, highlighting sleep disturbance issues. Photo Credit: Pexels @Kampus Production

Snoring is a common issue, but when it's linked to a condition like sleep apnea, it can be a significant—and surprising—trigger for acid reflux. The forceful inhalation that occurs when a person gasps for air during a sleep apnea episode can create a strong negative pressure in the chest. This negative pressure can pull stomach acid up into the esophagus. Treating the underlying sleep disorder with lifestyle changes or a CPAP machine can not only improve sleep quality but also dramatically reduce the frequency and severity of your acid reflux symptoms.

20. The Unsuspecting Culprit: Prescription Medications

Close-up of various pills and capsules in different colors and sizes, ideal for healthcare-related content. Photo Credit: Pexels @Pixabay

It’s not just over-the-counter meds; many common prescription drugs can cause or worsen acid reflux as a side effect. Medications for high blood pressure, asthma, osteoporosis, and even certain antidepressants can relax the LES, increase stomach pressure, or slow down digestion. For example, some calcium channel blockers used for blood pressure relax the LES. If you've recently started a new medication and noticed an increase in heartburn, talk to your doctor. They may be able to suggest an alternative drug or a different approach to help you manage both conditions without compromising your health.

BACK

(10 of 33)

<div class="ads ads-1 collapse-container group-display-adsense unit-2024-desktop-rail-336x600-long zone-slideshow-desktop-rail-bottom">
<script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-6736552601239305"
     crossorigin="anonymous"></script>

<ins class="adsbygoogle"
     style="display:inline-block;width:300px;height:600px"
     data-ad-client="ca-pub-6736552601239305"
     data-ad-slot="7087745678"></ins>
<script>
     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});
</script>
<script>
  addBlurHandler('sdr-bottom', function (el, zone) {
    if (cf_utm_source === 'bing') {
        uetqApi('outbound_click', {
            'event_category': 'PPC',
            'event_label': 'Adsense',
            'event_value': '1'
        });
        console.log('Fired bing.');
    }
	
	if (cf_utm_source === 'google') {
		gtag('event', 'conversion', {
			'send_to': 'AW-17008664059/yUYKCMCtl7kaEPu7rq4_',
			'value': 0.0,
			'currency': 'USD'
		});
    	console.log('Fired Google Conversion.');
	}
	
    console.log('Fired pixel.');
});
</script>
</div>

OpenAI Playground 2025-05-13 at 10.55.45.png

<div class="ads ads-1 collapse-container group-display-adsense unit-2024-desktop-rail-336x280-sticky zone-slideshow-desktop-rail-sticky">
<script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-6736552601239305"
     crossorigin="anonymous"></script>

<ins class="adsbygoogle"
     style="display:inline-block;width:300px;height:280px"
     data-ad-client="ca-pub-6736552601239305"
     data-ad-slot="9869999824"></ins>
<script>
     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});
</script>
<script>
  addBlurHandler('sdr-sticky', function (el, zone) {
    if (cf_utm_source === 'bing') {
        uetqApi('outbound_click', {
            'event_category': 'PPC',
            'event_label': 'Adsense',
            'event_value': '1'
        });
        console.log('Fired bing.');
    }
	
	if (cf_utm_source === 'google') {
	  gtag('event', 'conversion', {
		'send_to': 'AW-17008664059/yUYKCMCtl7kaEPu7rq4_',
		'value': 0.0,
		'currency': 'USD'
	  });
	  console.log('Fired Google Conversion.');
  	}

console.log('Fired pixel.');
});
</script>
</div>

19. The Hidden Habit of Snoring or Sleep Apnea

20. The Unsuspecting Culprit: Prescription Medications

MORE FROM HealthPrep