Why Does Heartburn Get Worse as You Age?

here was a time when late night pizza or a diner run didn’t destroy you — let alone overindulging at dinner.
But over the years, does it seem like that burning sensation keeps moving up your chest (oh no, heartburn again?) Why is that becoming a thing?
It’s common for adults to have occasional heartburn. But, as you get older, it can become a more frequent irritant.