Seems there are several reasons, Maureen. One is that high fat foods are digested slower, so they stay in the stomach longer ...

According to nutritionist Nmami Agarwal, the heat from chillies causes the body to burn calories to produce heat, which is more than just a sensory experience.

Capsaicin in spicy foods can slightly increase calorie burning and may support digestion. However, some purported benefits of spicy foods are unproven.

A 64-year-old Colorado man nearly died after mistaking a near heart attack for heartburn, highlighting the critical importance of recognizing the ...

Ramazan not only reminds us to fast and pray, but also to let go of our long-held resentments, pride, and ego.

Looking for some relief? This anti-inflammatory meal plan may be able to help.

Surgeons place it around the lower part of the esophagus to help prevent stomach acid from flowing back up, which causes ...

In a recent column, I described myself as a “nutrition nerd” regarding my fascination with the human body’s ability to process food into substances we need to maintain health.

Learn about the triggers and treatments for excessive burping, including diet, hiatal hernias, and gastric ulcers. Plus, how ...

Anyone taking weight-loss jabs has been warned about the dangers of chocolate on Valentine's Day as it could cause problems ...

She explained: "Acid reflux is all about what happens in your stomach. So we all have acid in our stomach and it has a very ...

The NHS urges anyone taking the over-the-counter medication for heartburn or acid reflux to see a GP with 'two-week rule' ...