Heartburn Cure
Those of you reading this article are probably heartburn sufferers and are in search for a heartburn cure.
We will start off by answering what the definition of heartburn is then we will talk about possible cures.
Heartburn despite the root has nothing to do with the heart itself. It is a pain or discomfort that [...]
Heartburn is a condition that causes severe a pain and discomfort. The condition is also known as Reflux Oesophagus. This is caused when the acid from the stomach is pushed back into the gullet or Oesophagus. The gullet is not capable of withstanding acid and this in turn causes pain and discomfort in us, which [...]
In my previous article, we looked at medication which could be taken to treat acid reflux. In this one, we’ll look at the dietary and other considerations to prevent it recurring.
It seems that one of the major culprits causing acid reflux is alcohol. Not good news for the drinkers amongst us. Take [...]
You’ve seen the advertisements: Acid reflux is a horrible disease that can cause damage to the oesophagus and lead to cancer. Are these claims realistic, or simply exaggerated to sell over the counter medications? The fact is that doctors don’t even agree on the causes, treatments, and long-term risks related to heartburn, so you can [...]
When I was young, we had indigestion, now we discuss heartburn, acid reflux and that great mouthful known as gastro esophageal Reflux Disease (thankfully described as GERD)
Whatever you call it, if you are suffering from belching, gas or a bloated stomach lets consider the cause.
Its been a hard and stressful day at work. You race [...]
With major improvement in the understanding, diagnosis and management of acid reflux, family doctors and gastro-enterologists have a greater variety of options for treatment of acid reflux.
The acid suppressant drugs available today are extremely effective. Drugs such as omeprazole and other proton pump inhibitor have become the mainstay of treatment. These drugs are now available [...]
Just as all stimulants seem to affect IBS sufferers harder than those without IBS, tobacco is one of the most extreme. Whether you smoke or chew, tobacco is a powerful gastro-intestinal stimulant, irritant and carcinogen. Because people with IBS have extremely sensitive intestinal tracts anyway, tobacco should be avoided at all costs. But even if [...]
