There are a few different causes of heartburn, which is one of the reasons why it’s such a common problem.
Sometimes, it’s hard to pinpoint a cause, heartburn just happens whether you like it or not, but some of the most common causes you can look out for include:
Certain foods – coffee, alcohol, greasy foods, fatty foods, and spicy foods are all common culprits
Stress or anxiety
Being overweight
Pregnancy
Smoking
Side effects from medication
A hiatus hernia