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GASTRIC ACID ROLE
Let's talk about the role of acids in digestion. Stomach acids drive the digestive process by breaking down the food we eat.
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THE BURNING THAT CAUSES HEARTNESS
The esophagus does not have the same protective coating as the stomach. Once the acids go up into the esophagus they can irritate sensitive tissues causing the discomfort we know as heartburn.
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WHAT CAUSES HEARTBURN?
Heartburn occurs when acids from the stomach move up into the esophagus, causing discomfort or pain in the chest.
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HELLO, ANDREWS SALTS. HELLO, HEARTBURN RELIEF.
Andrews Salts provides relief from heartburn by acting directly on the esophagus, where pain first manifests itself.