Heartburn cures: How to ease the discomfort naturally

We all know that Christmas goes hand-in-hand with eating, drinking and generally over-indulging - all of which increases the likelihood of an unwelcome bout of heartburn.

This common form of indigestion typically causes a burning sensation in the chest area or the upper abdomen and is caused by acid from the stomach leaking up into the oesophagus.

Although over-the-counter meds are often effective, avoidance tactics and/or simple home remedies might help without the trip to the pharmacy.

Whether you've overindulged in a spicy dish or a feast of fatty foods, there are easy ways and natural ways to help soothe heartburn and put your tum at ease, as this video shows.