Lifestyle and home remedies

Making a few lifestyle changes may help control the symptoms and signs caused by a hiatal hernia. Try to:

• Eat several smaller meals throughout the day rather than a few large meals
• Avoid foods that trigger heartburn, such as fatty or fried foods, tomato sauce, alcohol, chocolate, mint, garlic, onion, and caffeine
• Avoid lying down after a meal or eating late in the day
• Maintain a healthy weight
• Stop smoking
• Elevate the head of your bed 6 inches (about 15 centimeters)