Heartburn
phenotype · Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms
Nutrients connected to Heartburn
A link means the body needs the nutrient for this, or that low intake is linked to it. It does not mean extra supplements help if your intake is already adequate; each link shows how strong the evidence is.
- AlginateClinically supported
NHS lists alginates among pharmacy options for short-term heartburn relief.
- Baking Soda (Sodium Bicarbonate)Clinically supported
Antacid for short-term relief; case reports show harm from misuse.
- PeppermintDocumented risk
Oral peppermint oil can cause heartburn, and people who already have heartburn are advised to avoid peppermint preparations.
- Chili PeppersDocumented risk
Chili may bring on burning in some people; responses vary.
- Peppermint TeaDocumented risk
Heartburn may increase with peppermint leaf preparations (EU monograph); oral peppermint oil can cause heartburn (NCCIH).
- GingerDocumented risk
Heartburn is a common side effect of ginger supplements.
- GingerDocumented risk
Heartburn is a common side effect of ginger supplements.
- Cayenne and chili pepperPreliminary or mixed
Long-term chili ingestion was reported to improve reflux symptoms in small randomized studies; effect differs from a single dose.
- Aleppo pepperPreliminary or mixed
Long-term chili ingestion was reported to improve reflux symptoms in small randomized studies; a single dose differs.
- Peppermint OilDocumented risk
Heartburn listed among side effects of oral peppermint oil.
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