Category: Reflux Guide
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Among Barrett’s Esophagus Patients, Smoking Increases Risk for Esophageal Cancer
Smoking tobacco is known increase the risk of cancer of the throat, mouth, esophagus and lungs. The tar, nicotine and chemicals in tobacco cause damage to the cells that is known to predispose these cells to cancer.
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Using Ginger Tea to Soothe Heartburn
Ginger’s spicy fragrance and citrusy sweetness have long been used to make a comforting tea to soothe touchy stomachs. It may also help with heartburn, since the root lessens inflammation. For centuries, ginger has been used for medicinal purposes. This useful herb may provide a welcome relief to individuals with heartburn, as well as serve…
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Relief from Exercise Induced Heartburn
Many people that suffer from frequent heartburn and indigestion feel the pain after eating certain foods or taking part in certain activities. For those that experience heartburn after exercising, the discomfort can be enough to dissuade even the biggest fitness enthusiast from strapping on their sneakers. Fundoplication in Albany can help to treat heartburn, but…
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Coffee and Indigestion
Many people use coffee as an essential tool for starting and surviving a long day. However, coffee consumers with certain digestive problems might want to avoid the frequent visits to the coffee pot because coffee consumption is linked to indigestion and heartburn in Georgia for some drinkers.
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Diet after Nissen Fundoplication
One approved remedy for gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD is nissen fundoplication. It has been used to offer relief for those suffering from the painful symptoms of acid reflux.
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Treating Acid Reflux in Newborns
Most newborns suffer from a mild amount of acid reflux, the reverse flow of stomach acid and digestive juices. This condition results from babies’ lower esophageal sphincters being weak. Most babies will outgrow the condition. However, acid reflux can irritate a baby’s esophagus. This causes discomfort and vomiting that can interfere with feeding and weight…
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Apples for Acid Reflux
Acid reflux is a condition caused by the failure of the esophageal sphincter to properly close. The lack of closure allows acid to come up into the throat from the stomach. There are many ways to treat acid reflux, which is also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD. The most common ways of treating…
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Lifestyle habits could reduce heartburn
Heartburn is a serious problem that affects 20- 40% of the population in the western world. It can interrupt your diet and lifestyle, causing a great pain and even agony. If you are experiencing serious reflux symptoms in Albany or anywhere else, you may want to consider a few ways that lifestyle changes can improve…
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Acid Reflux FAQ
Acid Reflux is an uncomfortable and even painful burning sensation that creeps up your esophagus and into your throat.