Beware Christmas Eve heartburn

Heartburn tends to occur more frequently during the holidays because people feast more than they normally would. And the types of food they eat are decked with more calories and fat, which can slow digestion. If you know ahead of time the party you're attending will feature heartburn-triggering foods, snack beforehand and graze at the party, but avoid the fat platters. If there is a dessert buffet, choose a sliver of something instead of trying them all. Alcohol tends to worsen heartburn, so if you must drink, think about diluting your drink with water or club &to=http://english.pravda.ru/science/19/94/377/14622_genetic.html' target=_blank>soda, said Pat Baird, a registered dietitian in Greenwich, Conn.

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