When I have the heartburn, like some others, I use a little, about 1/2 tsp. baking soda in a about 8 oz. of water. DISCLAIMER for the lawyers: I am not a physician, but I have been told that if you use too much sodium bicarb (baking soda) it can have bad effects on the heart.

Vernor's ale, ginger ale are excellent for settling the stomach. We keep a 6 pack of Canada Dry ginger ale around for those emergencies. You can also find ginger capsules at most health food stores.