Relaxation
GERD itself is already stressful. The discomfort brought by heartburn that you experience as a result of GERD might further intensify this. Since the esophageal muscles play a vital role in keeping stomach acids down in the stomach where they belong, it might be helpful to learn relaxation and meditation exercises to help relax your body and mind.
Some have become healthier by promoting mind-body awareness activities. For example, performing quiet meditation and deep breathing several times a day can greatly help relax bodily processes, including the digestive system. Learning how to live in a relaxed state can help tame stomach acids that usually rise to the throat and cause heartburn.
Wearing tight clothing is okay unless one experiences GERD symptoms. Wearing tight clothes can increase heartburn episodes, particularly with tight bottoms and belts. Both cases place unnecessary pressure and stress on the abdomen, causing stomach acids to rise to the esophagus, which may result in heartburn. Loosening up clothing, sitting upright, and relaxing while practicing deep breathing can alleviate any discomfort caused by heartburn.
