Heartburn—it’s more than just a minor annoyance for millions of people. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Beata Belfield from St. Joseph's Health, a minimally invasive general surgeon, to uncover the real causes of heartburn, when it signals something more serious like GERD, and what you can do to prevent long-term complications. We’ll explore lifestyle changes, medical treatments, and when surgery might be necessary. If you've ever dealt with that burning sensation in your chest, you won’t want to miss this expert breakdown of everything you need to know about heartburn.