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Average length, in inches, of a normal esophagus, the tube which connects the mouth to the stomach.
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Featured Heartburn & GERD Articles5 Hardest Foods to DigestPlus simple advice to better digest any food you eat. Read MoreAcupuncture and Electroacupuncture for GERDWhat is Esophagitis? 6 Facts You Need to KnowWhen Chest Pain Doesn t Come from the HeartSpice up Your Heartburn TreatmentView All Heartburn & GERD ArticlesHeartburn & GERD Tip: Avoid AlcoholIf you have heartburn or GERD, avoid alcohol as often as possible. Because alcohol relaxes the lower esophageal sphincter, it allows the reflux of stomach contents into the esophagus. Plus, it increases the production of stomach acid. If you must indulge, be sure to dilute your drinks with water or club soda. |
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