Most everyone experiences occasional heartburn. It’s one of the most recognized symptoms of acid reflux. The chronic occurrence of acid reflux is referred to as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). GERD should be taken seriously. If you experience chronic acid reflux, see your doctor. Most doctors are likely to prescribe OTC heartburn medication for the relief […]
Electronic cigarettes are popular yet the medical industry is just beginning to learn about the side effects of their use.1 From a cursory review of e-cigarette forums and social media platforms, a potential association between vaping and heartburn is found.2 With e-cigarette users voicing concern about a connection between vaping and heartburn (a symptom of […]
Do you ever have heartburn at night when trying to sleep? Elevation therapy (sleeping on an incline) through the use of a wedge pillow, under-mattress wedge, or adjustable bed can prevent heartburn at night. Let’s look at why acid reflux is worse at night and the different sleep solutions used for naturally eliminating acid reflux […]
CHOCOLATE!!! Do I have your attention? If you’re anything like me, I do. I love chocolate! Luckily over the years, I’ve gravitated to eating dark chocolate and cacao, varieties considered to be superfoods. They’re full of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. Eaten in moderation dark chocolate and cacao are considered healthy… if you pick the right […]
Augmenting estrogen and progesterone through hormone replacement therapy (HRT) causes heartburn and acid reflux leading to increased risk of GERD symptoms.
Dread nighttime heartburn? If you’re like the millions of people suffering from heartburn at night, you probably fear what your night will bring when you lay down… Painful symptoms of a sore throat, regurgitation, coughing, choking, and chronic sinus issues. Avoid these two positions to prevent nighttime heartburn.
Laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR), also known as silent reflux, is the reflux of stomach contents into the larynx (voice box) and pharynx (throat). Stomach acid can not only reflux beyond the esophagus into the throat and voice box but also into the lungs, mouth, sinuses, ears and nose.
What is GERD? GERD is chronic acid reflux. The most common symptom of GERD is the pain of heartburn caused by refluxed acid irritating the esophagus.
