Innocent Habits That Secretly Trigger Acid Reflux

Lisette Marie

23. Wearing Dentures

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If you wear dentures, your oral health can impact your risk of acid reflux. Ill-fitting dentures can cause you to swallow more air while eating, which can increase the pressure in your stomach. This pressure can force stomach acid up into your esophagus, leading to heartburn and discomfort. Additionally, dentures can affect your ability to chew your food thoroughly, which can put a greater strain on your digestive system. Ensuring that your dentures are properly fitted and that you take the time to chew your food thoroughly can help you avoid this surprising trigger.

24. The Act of Talking While Eating

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Multitasking at the dinner table can be a real trigger for acid reflux. When you talk while eating, you often swallow more air, which can increase the pressure in your stomach. This pressure can force stomach acid up into your esophagus, leading to heartburn and discomfort. Additionally, talking while eating can cause you to not chew your food thoroughly, which can put a greater strain on your digestive system. To avoid this, try to focus on your food while you eat and save the conversation for after the meal. This simple habit can make a significant difference in your digestive health.

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23. Wearing Dentures

24. The Act of Talking While Eating

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