Most people treat heartburn like a small annoyance. Dr. Snaith explains what years of untreated reflux can actually do to your esophagus, and why catching it early makes all the difference.

Dr. Snaith has seen a pattern in his work — one that often starts with something as simple as what's on your plate. Here's how nutrition, hormones, and long-term health connect, and what you can do about it early.