Category: Reflux Guide

  • Acid Reflux Possibly an Immune Issue

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    Gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD may be the result of cells of the immune systems causing esophagus inflammation, according to a recent study. It’s long been understood that GERD is a direct result of digestive, acidic juices reaching the esophagus and burning it. However, this new study, conducted by University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center…

  • Milk and Heartburn

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    A lot of people experience the burning sensation in the chest that occurs when acid from the stomach escapes into the esophagus. If this happens on a regular basis, you could have Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), which can occur when the sphincter that separates the stomach and esophagus does not tighten properly.

  • Acid Reflux and Exercise

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    People who have Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) often have a burning sensation, or heartburn, in their chest as a result of acid reflux. Acid reflux happens when the stomach acid splashes upwards into the esophagus. This occurs when the lower sphincter muscles relaxes and opens, and if the sphincter muscles are damaged or weak acid…

  • Meals for Heartburn Sufferers

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    People who have Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) experience heartburn when stomach acids flows from the stomach into the esophagus. Acid reflux sufferers may also have a sore throat, dry cough, hoarseness, and a feeling like they have something stuck in their throat. Altering your meals may help reduce or eliminate your heartburn-related Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease…

  • 10 Sleeping Tips for Nighttime Heartburn

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    Approximately four out of five people that suffer from regular Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) symptoms, have nighttime heartburn.

  • 10 Lifestyle Modification Tips to Prevent GERD

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    A number of home remedies and lifestyle changes have been proven to help prevent Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) for thousands of people who suffer from the disease. Often, what helps relieve one person’s heartburn may not touch the burning in the chest that another person feels, so it’s important to find out what works for…

  • What You Should Know About PH Testing

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    One of the tests your doctor may order if you suffer from Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a PH test. This test will show how much acid escapes from your stomach into your esophagus, and how long acid is staying in that area. These stomach acids are responsible for the heartburn symptoms experienced by many…

  • How Acid Reflux and Ulcers Relate to Diet

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    Nearly everyone will experience heartburn or acid reflux at some time. If you experience acid reflux frequently, you may suffer from Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Left untreated, GERD can lead to acid burns in the esophagus, a painful condition known as Barrett’s esophagus and even esophageal cancer.

  • Acid Reflux Disease and GERD

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    Acid reflux occurs when stomach acid flows up into the esophagus. It causes pain, irritation, destruction of the lining and leaves the throat susceptible to further damage. The symptoms of acid reflux are considered common digestion problems that many people experience from time to time.

  • Symptoms of Acid Reflux and GERD

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    Acid reflux is a condition that causes throat burning that rises upward from the chest, especially after bending over, lying down or eating.