People with heartburn are often reacting to certain types of foods - acidic foods, spicy foods, and so on. Eating too quickly may also trigger acid reflux. Being overweight is also a risk factor. But one particular cause of acid reflux that often gets missed is valve malfunction. Their lower esophageal sphincter isn't closing properly above the stomach, causing acid to come back up. Fortunately, there are natural alternatives for acid reflux that can help that...Watch this one-minute video for more on heartburn triggers. If you suffer from chronic heartburn, please give the Stengler Center for Integrative Medicine a call and schedule an appointment. CONTACT THE STENGLER CENTER