Acid reflux or GERD is a condition where gastric juices containing acid flow back from the stomach into the esophagus (the gullet or swallowing tube). The word "reflux" originates from the medieval Latin word refluxus which arises from the Latin word refluere, meaning "to flow back, to recede". If a person suffers from acid reflux the acids from his or her stomach "flow back" into his or her esophagus, causing discomfort and pain - this discomfort is commonly referred to as heartburn, which is generally considered the first symptom of acid reflux or GERD. Heartburn. This early symptom usually leaves a persistent chest burning sensation.
You may be surprised to learn that these acid reflux symptoms occur to everyone once in a while, but if it happens regularly and persists over a long period with no sign of visible relief even after possible medication then you are faced with acid reflux or GERD. Changing diet may bring some relief, but if symptoms persist then you certainly need medical attention.
This condition can be extremely painful and a complete nuisance if it linger on and on. However, I remain strongly convinced that with a bit of patience, a healthy diet and a few home remedies, you can cure acid reflux! This is where we come in.
There are many reasons you may be suffering with acid reflux.
And perhaps you've already seen your family doctor who has recommended that you...
Lose your weight
Eat slower
Avoid acidic foods
Sleep with your head slightly elevated
Stop taking alcohol
Quit smoking
This is all good advice... And you should strictly follow any medical plan that your doctor has laid
out for you. However, it's important that you also understand:
Too often, "treatments" recommended for acid reflux focus on eliminating the symptoms (pain, heartburn, and nausea) while doing little to address the CAUSE!
Eliminating the pain is obviously your first priority...
... But shouldn't you *also* be thinking about a long-term solution that doesn't involve eating handfuls of antacids or taking harmful prescription drugs with unwanted side effects?
If your acid reflux has been ongoing for a considerable length of time, or you're experiencing more severe symptoms that may include weight loss, vomiting blood, black stools, or painful swallowing......then you should see a medical professional *immediately*.
Left untreated, acid reflux can lead to some extreme medical conditions including esophageal cancer, narrowing of the esophagus, asthma, and dental problems.
If your acid reflux/GERD/heartburn is caused by a failure of your lower esophageal sphincter, which isn't closing fully and allowing the contents of your stomach to reach the esophagus, you will require treatment by trained medical professionals.
Talk to your doctor before discontinuing any recommended treatment program or prescription.
And it's quite possible that you've been making your acid reflux worse through use of antacids, which create a hostile environment for critical digestive enzymes!
So what's the answer? Why not skip the antacids and try rebalancing your digestive enzymes to bring down your hydrochloric acid production and enjoy better overall digestive health!
I am a university professor working at a medical school in my country where I teach biochemistry and molecular biology to medical and nursing students both at undergraduate and graduate levels. I am also a trained pharmacist specializing in biochemistry, molecular biology and human molecular genetics to doctorate level. I am an ardent internet marketer with special interest in alternative medicine.
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