Several risk factors.
Heartburn is a burning pain in your chest, just behind your breastbone. The pain is often worse after eating, in the evening, or when lying down or bending over.
Certain foods and drinks can trigger heartburn in some people, including:
- Spicy foods
- Onions
- Citrus products
- Tomato products, such as ketchup
- Fatty or fried foods
- Peppermint
- Chocolate
- Alcohol
- Carbonated beverages
- Coffee or other caffeinated beverages
- Large or fatty meals
Source:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/heartburn/symptoms-causes/syc-20373223
