what foods cause heartburn?
Food and drinks that commonly trigger heartburn include: 1  Alcohol, particularly red wine. 2  Black pepper, garlic, raw onions and other spicy foods. 3  Chocolate. Citrus fruits and products, such as oranges and orange juice.  Coffee and caffeinated drinks including tea and 1  cola. Peppermint.  Tomatoes.
Heartburn is triggered by different things in different people, but big meals, fatty food, spicy food, alcohol and smoking are among the common causes. A big greasy burger and a large portion of chips just before bedtime is a good way to bring on heartburn.