Heartburn, reflux, and GERD can be caused by esophagitis or medication use. However, more often than not, there is something else at play: an unhealthy lifestyle, psychological stress, and especially poor dietary habits. What many do not know is that this can quickly become dangerous - even leading to an increased risk of cancer. Nutrition expert Miriam Schaufler outlines numerous causes, risks, and their connections to lifestyle and dietary factors in her health guide on heartburn. She provides tips for those affected to specifically improve their symptoms and prevent heartburn from becoming chronic. The health guide is complemented by a wonderful recipe section by Walter A. Drössler: sensible foods, herbs, and spices to combat the annoying burning sensation in the stomach. In summary: more than 8 million people in Germany.