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🥕1. Beta-carotene : Beta- Carotene is a strongly-colored red-orange pigment abundant in plants and fruits.Carotene is the substance in carrots, pumpkins and sweet potatoes that colors them orange and is the most common form of carotene in plants.⠀

🥬2. Lutein : Lutein is synthesized only by plants and is found in high quantities in green leafy vegetables such as spinach and kale.⠀

🍒3. Lycopene :This is a bright red carotene and carotenoid pigment found in tomatoes and other red fruits and vegetables, such as red carrots, red bell peppers, watermelons, gac, and papayas (but not strawberries or cherries).⠀

4. Selenium⠀

5. Vitamin A⠀

6. Vitamin C⠀

7. Vitamin E⠀

Antioxidants are found in many foods:⠀

🍇🍑🍒1. Fruits.⠀

🥦🥕🥒2. vegetables.⠀

🥜🌰🌽3. nuts,and grains.⠀

🍗🍖🐟4. some meats, poultry and fish.⠀

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Part 2 : Some practical ways to prevent Heartburn & Acid Reflux

Elevating the head of your bed may reduce your reflux symptoms at night.⠀

If you experience acid reflux at night, avoid sleeping on the right side of your body.⠀

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Observational studies suggest that eating close to bedtime may worsen acid reflux symptoms at night. It’s also important to avoid lying down after eating. Doing so can trigger heartburn.⠀

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Avoid eating large meals. ⠀

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Acid reflux might be caused by poor carb digestion and bacterial overgrowth in the small intestine. Low-carb diets appear to be an effective treatment. ⠀

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Excessive alcohol intake can worsen acid reflux symptoms. ⠀

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Some people experience worsened heartburn and other reflux symptoms after eating raw onion.⠀

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Carbonated beverages temporarily increase the frequency of belching, which may promote acid reflux. ⠀

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Most patients with acid reflux report that drinking citrus juice makes their symptoms worse. ⠀

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Researchers believe citrus juice irritates the lining of the esophagus.⠀

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Explore potential herbal remedies⠀

* chamomile⠀

* licorice⠀

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Try avoiding the following foods and beverages:⠀

* tomato sauce and other tomato-based products⠀

* high-fat foods, such as fast food products and greasy foods⠀

* fried foods⠀

* citrus fruit juices⠀

* soda⠀

* caffeine⠀

* chocolate⠀

* garlic⠀

* onions⠀

* mint⠀

* alcohol⠀

By limiting or avoiding these triggers altogether, you may experience fewer symptoms. You may also want to keep a food journal to help identify problem foods. ⠀

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How Much Water Is Best?

1. When you’re thirsty, drink.

2. When you’re not thirsty anymore, stop.

3. During high heat and exercise, make sure to drink enough to compensate for the lost fluids.

4. That’s it!

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Digital Eye Strain describes a group of eye and vision-related problems that result from prolonged computer, tablet, e-reader and cell phone use. Many individuals experience eye discomfort and vision problems when viewing digital screens for extended periods. The level of discomfort appears to increase with the amount of digital screen use.

The average we spends more than seven hours a day on the computer either in the office or working from home. To help alleviate digital eye strain, learn about the 20-20-20 rule.