How to get rid of heartburn

A man with heartburn. (Shutterstock)

Many of us know the tell-tale signs – a burning sensation in the chest and uncomfortable burping after a big meal.  People could even suffer from a ‘silent’ form of the condition – without the more obvious heartburn symptoms. Silent acid reflux leads to problems such as difficulty swallowing, a sore throat, nagging cough – and, in the long run, an increased risk of throat cancer and esophageal cancer.

Don't worry though, as we have some top tips to help you reduce acid reflux and calm your heartburn symptoms...