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Soda Pop & Sleeping Pills Increase Nighttime Heartburn
Posted: Feb 06 in Lifestyle by adminRecent medical research studies suggest that there is an association between heartburn and drinking soda or taking sleeping pills. Heartburn is a condition that occurs when acidic stomach content rises back up into the esophagus. If this happens repeatedly, the acid reflux is chronic and causes esophageal inflammation, scarring, or even changes leading to cancer. [...]
Tagged: Heartburn complication | Comments: NoneGastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Posted: Jan 31 in Lifestyle by adminWhen someone suffers from gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD, the ring of muscles at the lower end of the esophagus does not tighten properly. This causes the acid from the stomach to leak back into the esophagus. The condition can be quite painful, and is characterized by a burning sensation under the sternum radiating up [...]
Tagged: Heartburn complication | Comments: NoneAlcohol and heartburn?
Posted: Jan 20 in Lifestyle by adminAcid indigestion or heartburn is a burning sensation felt in the back of your throat and along your esophagus – the tube connecting the mouth to the stomach, caused by acid from your stomach flowing back into your esophagus. Heartburn can be triggered by many things including the food you eat. In most cases, heartburn [...]
Tagged: heartburn triggers | Comments: NoneEvaluating Heartburn and GERD with an Upper Endoscopy
Posted: Jan 10 in Lifestyle by adminA procedure called an upper endoscopy can be a valuable tool in pinpointing the causes of GERD or heartburn. The procedure is typically done on an outpatient basis. An upper endoscopy utilizes a thin scope that has a camera and light at the tip. Your doctor will use this scope to look through your upper [...]
Tagged: Treating Heartburn | Comments: NoneBeing the Boss may be bad for Your Health
Posted: Dec 15 in Lifestyle by adminSome people may look at the boss or supervisor and envy the position that they are in. They control all aspects of the work place. They set the tone for the relationships between co-workers, they get paid considerably more, and seem to have job perks that the rest of us can only dream about. The [...]
Tagged: heartburn triggers | Comments: NoneHiatal Hernia
Posted: Nov 16 in Reflux Medications by adminPeople who have GERD are often also found to have a hiatal hernia, although one condition has not been shown to cause the other. The pain associated with a hiatal hernia can mimic the chest pain of a heart attack, so it’s a good idea to be familiar with what a hiatal hernia is and [...]
Tagged: Heartburn complication | Comments: NoneLose The Heartburn While You’re Losing The Weight
Posted: Nov 09 in Lifestyle by adminHeartburn can be truly painful to live with, and no one is more acutely aware of that than overweight and obese people. Many of the same foods and eating habits that helped contribute to the extra weight are also major causes of Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, of which heartburn in a major symptom. GERD is a digestive disease that happens when stomach acid goes in the wrong direction — rather than staying in your stomach and being eliminated normally, the acid washes back up your esophagus. This ranges from uncomfortable to excruciating pain, but it can be controlled and often avoided with some preventive measures. Medication may be helpful for some patients, but in many cases some dietary and lifestyle changes can make a major impact and dramatically reduce the pain of living with heartburn. Try the following tips to help reduce and eliminate your heartburn problem:
Tagged: Treating Heartburn | Comments: NoneHow to Avoid Acid Reflux Trigger Foods
Posted: Oct 26 in Lifestyle by adminHeartburn is a common ailment in the United States, affecting millions. The discomfort and pain associated with heartburn and the more serious form known as GERD can disrupt sleep and day to day activities. Many treatments exist, from oral medications to surgery for weight loss. When treating acid reflux, it’s very important to eliminate and avoid foods that trigger symptoms.
Tagged: heartburn triggers | Comments: NoneAre Obesity and GERD Related?
Posted: Oct 19 in Lifestyle by adminWeight loss isn’t always a cosmetic issue. Obesity is related to a host of medical complications including risk of heart disease and Type 2 diabetes. Doctors have recently associated another unpleasant issue with obesity—gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD.
Tagged: heartburn triggers | Comments: NoneHeartburn Relief With Zegerid
Posted: Oct 12 in Reflux Medications by adminZegerid, the brand name for a combination of omeprazole and sodium bicarbonate, is an oral medication used to treat acid-related digestive issues such as acid reflux and GERD. In rare cases, it is used to decrease the risk of stomach bleeding in patients with complications like infected ulcers.
Tagged: Treating Heartburn | Comments: None