Can heartburn impact quality of sleep?

Heartburn can have a huge impact on both your quality and quantity of sleep, with acid reflux most likely to occur around bedtime. Compounding this is the fact that lying down makes it easier for the acid to travel up your throat. What’s more, heavy meals before bed puts more pressure on your upper oesophageal sphincter valve, forcing it open.

What are the bad habits that typically contribute to heartburn/indigestion?

Eating heavy meals. Keep your meals light and your potions small to lower your risk of heartburn.Fatty foods. Foods high in fat can occasionally be culprits as well.Stress and anxiety. Did you know that stress can cause an upset stomach? That’s because anxiety uses up our prostaglandins, lipids in our body that protect us from acid.Drinking alcohol. Alcohol relaxes the lower oesophageal sphincter (the muscles that protect you from acid). Plus, the greasy foods we enjoy alongside a drink don’t help matters either.Smoking. Like alcohol, nicotine relaxes the lower oesophageal sphincter, increasing the likelihood of acids refluxing (moving) up your stomach.

If I’m experiencing heartburn do I need to change my lifestyle?

Lifestyle is always an important consideration. Quitting smoking, watching what you eat and taking steps to reduce stress are all effective measures. In the interim, Gaviscon is designed to help. Gaviscon creates a protective layer on top of your stomach acid that protects you from the potential harms of heartburn -- especially when you’re sleeping.

What does it mean if I get heartburn regularly?

Our bodies use stomach acid to break down the contents of food, and we have a valve or “gate” in our oesophagus that keeps this acid in place. Occasionally, the acid will get through, and create the feeling of heartburn.Sufferers often complain of discomfort after eating, or when lying down.Older people tend to suffer from heartburn more often, as the valve gets weaker with age.

Suffering from heartburn regularly? Dealing with a burning feeling in your chest after eating? You might have what’s known as gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GORD.GORD presents symptoms indistinguishable from heartburn and indigestion, but occurs at a frequency that is chronic.In such a case, you should consult with a doctor immediately. GORD can cause you to develop ulcers and it can even restrict your breathing, so a professional’s advice is required.The good news is that GORD can be effectively treated over time, and tweaks to the food and drinks you consume can limit the discomfort.

Heartburn: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment & Relief

Causes & Symptoms

Heartburn usually happens after meals, near bedtime or during the night.

The symptoms of heartburn include:

Stomach discomfort
Throat burning
Сhest burning
Bad breath
Іtomach burning
Acid reflux
Sour taste

In the majority of cases, heartburn is a natural response to stomach acid. But we understand how disruptive it can be, which is why we’ve identified foods that are best to avoid.

Which foods cause heartburn?

Fried and greasy foods
Eating too much
Eating too quickly
Fatty meats and dairy products
Alcohol, caffeinated drinks and spicy food, which can all also cause the sphincter valve to open

Stress and excess weight are also contributing factors, so observing a careful diet and getting plenty of exercise will likely help. That said, you don’t have to put your life on hold because of heartburn - and we’re here to help.

FAQs

: Heartburn can have a huge impact on both your quality and quantity of sleep, with acid reflux most likely to occur around bedtime. Compounding this is the fact that lying down makes it easier for the acid to travel up your throat. What’s more, heavy meals before bed puts more pressure on your upper oesophageal sphincter valve, forcing it open.
: Eating heavy meals. Keep your meals light and your potions small to lower your risk of heartburn.
Fatty foods. Foods high in fat can occasionally be culprits as well.
Stress and anxiety. Did you know that stress can cause an upset stomach? That’s because anxiety uses up our prostaglandins, lipids in our body that protect us from acid.
Drinking alcohol. Alcohol relaxes the lower oesophageal sphincter (the muscles that protect you from acid). Plus, the greasy foods we enjoy alongside a drink don’t help matters either.
Smoking. Like alcohol, nicotine relaxes the lower oesophageal sphincter, increasing the likelihood of acids refluxing (moving) up your stomach.
: Lifestyle is always an important consideration. Quitting smoking, watching what you eat and taking steps to reduce stress are all effective measures. In the interim, Gaviscon is designed to help. Gaviscon creates a protective layer on top of your stomach acid that protects you from the potential harms of heartburn -- especially when you’re sleeping.

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Treatment

To stop acid from rising up and causing irritation, Gaviscon products use sodium alginate, a viscous formulation that forms a protective barrier in the stomach. Gaviscon products also contain antacids, which turn excess acid into water.

By combining the two, you enjoy powerful relief, thereby taking your life off pause.

Dosage: Take 10-20 ml (Gaviscon Aniseed & Peppermint) or 5-10 ml (Gaviscon Advance) after meals and at bedtime. Consider one teaspoon to equal 5 ml.

For children 6 to 12 years: take 5-10ml (one to two 5 ml spoonfuls) after meals and at bedtime, up to four times a day (Gaviscon Aniseed & Peppermint).

All information presented is not meant to diagnose or prescribe. If symptoms are severe or prolonged you should consult a doctor or pharmacist. Always read the label.

Repeat Sufferers

Repeatedly suffering from heartburn? Don’t let it put your life on pause.

FAQs

: Our bodies use stomach acid to break down the contents of food, and we have a valve or “gate” in our oesophagus that keeps this acid in place. Occasionally, the acid will get through, and create the feeling of heartburn.
Sufferers often complain of discomfort after eating, or when lying down.
Older people tend to suffer from heartburn more often, as the valve gets weaker with age.
: Suffering from heartburn regularly? Dealing with a burning feeling in your chest after eating? You might have what’s known as gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GORD.
GORD presents symptoms indistinguishable from heartburn and indigestion, but occurs at a frequency that is chronic.
In such a case, you should consult with a doctor immediately. GORD can cause you to develop ulcers and it can even restrict your breathing, so a professional’s advice is required.
The good news is that GORD can be effectively treated over time, and tweaks to the food and drinks you consume can limit the discomfort.

Changing lives for 40 years

"I found out about Gaviscon Aniseed on my third trimester. It helped me a lot because I used to suffer from heartburn during the night. It was so difficult because I wasn't getting enough sleep, I also had to attend school every morning. I used to sleep during classes. Thanks to Gaviscon I was able to get enough sleep because I used it every time I had heartburn."
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"I struggled a lot with heartburn during my pregnancy. Grateful to have been a part of this campaign as I wasn’t aware Gaviscon catered for pregnant women. After the campaign, I continued to purchase the Gaviscon aniseed product until I gave birth. Just a shame they don’t have it in the big bottle."
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"My testimonial using Gaviscon Aniseed : While I was pregnant I suffered badly with acid reflux and whenever I did I reached for my Gaviscon Aniseed for immediate relief. It soothed my throat and left me feeling happy again. It is a product I would recommend to any mum suffering from reflux during pregnancy."
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"I use it for everything hahaha. As soon as I have heartburn I take a teaspoon and immediately the feeling is gone. I love the fact that it's safe to use during pregnancy and I even use it when I breastfeed my baby girl. All in all I have had a great experience with the new Gaviscon Aniseed and would highly recommend it to both pregnant moms, new moms or even breastfeeding moms."
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Causes & Symptoms

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Repeat Sufferers

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