Does Hormones Trigger Acid Reflux? Hormonal Imbalance and Heartburn Explained

Heartburn that appears out of nowhere, worsens during certain times of the month, or flares up during pregnancy or midlife is rarely random, female sex hormones like estrogen and progesterone may be quietly pulling the strings. Changes in estrogen levels and progesterone can relax the lower esophageal sphincter, allowing stomach acid and stomach contents to […]