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Acid Reflux Resources

Below are top resources on SparkPeople for Acid Reflux.

Chew Slowly to Prevent Heartburn

Heartburn may feel like your heart is on fire, but what’s “burning” is actually your esophagus. Acid reflux, or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), occurs when the stomach acids enter the esophagus, causing pain and burning sens...  Read more

Getting Fit with GERD

The relationship between exercise and gastro esophageal reflux disorder (GERD) is a tricky one. For some people, moderate exercise can help reduce GERD symptoms and benefit the body in countless other ways too. In a 2004 study in the gastroenterology...  Read more

Get a Good Night's Sleep with GERD

Before I was diagnosed with GERD, I experienced chronic bouts of heartburn off and on. But it wasn't until my heartburn started waking me up in the middle of the night that I began to suspect it was a symptom of a more serious condition. I ha...  Read more

Dietary Tips for Digestive Distress

You've probably eaten a large, spicy meal at one time or another, only to end up with an upset stomach (or other digestive woes). The occasional bout of heartburn isn't something of great concern, but when it happens frequently, it's time...  Read more

What Causes GERD?

Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, causes painful symptoms like heartburn and acid regurgitation. Although there are many theories on the causes of GERD, experts aren't sure exactly what causes it. There are two main categories of risks th...  Read more

Lactic Acid
Updated 3/12/2013 2:05:09 PM

So, in doing some reading lately I think that I've discovered one reason that I have never fully embraced physically challenging physical activity. I love to walk, swim, bike and for the most part running has always just been too painful for me. I...  Read more

Lactose intolerance and Laryngopharyngeal Reflux D
Updated 3/9/2013 11:03:14 AM

I would like to be able to follow a meal menu that would take into account that I have recently been told that I'm lactose intolerant and suffer fromLPRD. Since the first of the year I was very sick for 2 months and put on 8-10 pounds. Largely due...  Read more

Fatty Acid Supplements on Tracker
Updated 2/22/2013 4:12:30 PM

Why can't I add fatty acid supplements on my nutrition tracker? There is no area to add fatty acids/omegas. How can I accomplish this to keep track of these nutrients? Thank you!...  Read more

Best acid reducer?
Updated 2/20/2013 12:34:48 PM

Has anyone found a good one?...  Read more

Digestion of Different-Sized Fatty Acids?
Updated 1/21/2013 1:16:34 PM

For a while, I've had trouble digesting some fats. I didn't know a lot about different fats besides trans, saturated, monounsaturated, polyunsaturated- but my experience didn't seem to correlate to any of those. It was mostly the source of the fats t...  Read more

Apple cider vinegar

2tsp organic apple cider vinegar in 8 oz water before eating is a natural appetite suppressant, it also helps with acid reflux....  Read more

Shredded Wheat Bisquits & Acid Reflux

SHREDDED wheat has lots of protein which is high in fiber, which helps reduce cholesterol in the bloodstream and helps reduce the risk of heart attack. Insoluble fiber eliminates constipation and helps relieve acid reflux. It is also high in iron w...  Read more

Acid Reflux Support

For those who suffer from acid reflux problems....  Read more

10 Things You Should Know About Heartburn

Heartburn is a serious condition, and living with it takes a toll on you. But staying informed about what causes it, how to treat it and when it may be more than just indigestion can be helpful when it comes to managing discomfort.1. Heartburn isn&rs...  Read more

3 Myths about Heartburn

Myth #1: You should avoid spices.Reality - "Seasonings won't necessarily cause acid reflux," says Douglas Adler, M.D., an associate professor of medicine at the University of Utah. "The real culprits are usually acidic foods l...  Read more

Acid Reflux

I have been having some minor acid reflux issues, so I decided to pick up a couple books at the library about it. I found one that had some good / bad food lists. Some of them are no-brainers, but others surprised me, so I thought I would share in...  Read more

Acid Reflux & GERD

A couple of years ago I had a rather bizarre blood disorder that affected my feet and legs. The doctors didn't even know what to call it - it was similar to, but not absolutely the same as a couple of things. It made me break out in spo...  Read more