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Technically known as pyrosis, heartburn is a symptom described as a mid-sternal burning sensation often radiating to the neck. It is associated with gastro-esophageal reflux disease, or GERD. It is relieved by antacids such as Tums, Rolaids or sodium bicarbonate.

Heartburn Free Diet If you suffer from acid reflux, or heartburn, the following resources will be of benefit.

Heartburn-Free Recipes can be found at http://heartburn.about.com/cs/dietfood/a/reflux_recipes.htm

Acid Reflux and What You Eat - Certain foods can aggravate your heartburn symptoms, and it's best to limit or avoid completely those foods and drinks that result in acid reflux. This chart may help you make selections that won't cause acid reflux. http://heartburn.about.com/cs/dietfood/a/heartburnfoods1.htm

Dining Out Guide for Acid Reflux Sufferers - Just as at home, eating certain foods in restaurants can trigger heartburn. There are methods you can use to use to limit acid reflux. Acid reflux sufferers need to make heartburn-friendly food choices, know how the food is prepared, select beverages and portion sizes that will prevent the acid reflux. http://heartburn.about.com/cs/articles/a/gerd_dineout.htm