10 Foods That Cause Heartburn
Heartburn Causing Food #5: High Sodium Food
Sodium, or salt, is a mineral that is present in seawater. The chemical compound mainly present in salt is known as sodium chloride. Salt is essential for life, not only for flavoring purposes but also for the function of the body. While it may be essential, foods high in sodium have been found to cause acid reflux that causes the symptoms of heartburn.
A study found that those who eat snacks high in sodium have a 50 percent increased risk of heartburn. Another research found that heartburn increases by 70 percent when high sodium food is consumed. As per the American Heart Association (AHA), adults are recommended no more than 2,300 milligrams a day (1 teaspoon) while the guideline is moving toward an ideal limit of 1,500 milligrams a day per adult.
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