Varicose Veins - Same reasons as hemorrhoids. Regular exercise helps. Do not wear clothes that constrict the legs. High heels don't help. Swollen ankles or extremities - Avoid diuretics and preservatives.
Preservatives retain water in body.
It also helps to exercise. Heartburn - Acid escapes through stomach into throat causing a burning sensation due to increase in progesterone. Worse in late pregnancy due to tension and pressure from the baby. Helps to eat small meals. Avoid bicarbonate soda based antacid - create high levels of fluid retention.