Acid Reflux Explained

If you haven’t suffered with it, chances are someone close to you has experienced Acid Reflux GERD.  Frequently known as heartburn, this is a condition in which the acid in the stomach backs up into the esophagus.  This can cause temporary discomfort, easily relieved for some all the way up to extreme pain and can cause esophagitis (damage to the throat).  So, how do you know if this is what you are suffering with, and what can you do to relieve symptoms of acid reflux GERD? (more…)

Our stomachs naturally produce acid to digest the food we eat. Acid reflux also known as heartburn occurs when there is an over active acid production that backs up into the esophagus. This painful condition includes burning pain in the throat and chest, sour or acidy taste in the mouth, bloating, and nausea after eating. If allowed to continue for a long period, it leads to difficulty in swallowing, ulcers, and can result in permanent scarring. (more…)