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Why Do Pregnant Women Often Have Heartburn

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Why do pregnant women often have heartburn?


A) The mother's body is purging itself of toxins to protect the fetus.
B) Elevated levels of estrogens cause morning sickness.
C) There is reduced intestinal motility.
D) As the uterus enlarges it pushes upward on the stomach,causing gastric reflux.

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