Causes of Acid Reflux
When the stomach contents start to flow back up the digestive tract, causing that awful burning sensation, it is called acid reflux disorder. Often known by different names, it is condition relating to the digestive system but is related to others with similar symptoms. In order to assimilate the food we eat, our stomach dissolves it with a strong acid. It is the result of hydrochloric acid that is trying to flow back up the esophagus that causes the heartburn.
This condition’s proper medical name is called gastroesophageal reflux disorder. It is believed the problem that makes the condition worse is an unhealthy diet but it may not the only cause of acid reflux disorder; overeating could also add to the problem and cause unnecessary stress on the stomach and its ability to process food. When anyone eats a large amount of food it creates an additional burden on the stomach muscles. The release of this ‘pressure’ results in the stomach acids trying to flow back up the digestive tract.
Other factors such as tobacco products, food allergies, prescription medicines, too much alcohol and taking a nap after eating can create a predisposition for acid reflux or may lead to a more severe acid reflux problem.