If you suffer from heartburn or other GERD symptoms, you know how important it is to be able to shorten the acid reflux duration.  Though some symptoms can be practically unnoticeable, others can be uncomfortable or even painful.  Therefore, the longer the acid reflux duration, the more discomfort you feel.
Fortunately, there are effective ways to […]

When it comes to preventative action, you need to learn GERD triggers that affect your body the most and cause your symptoms to become aggravated. There are many different theories on the cause of acid reflux – but the majority focus on the behaviors and condition of the lower esophageal sphincter (LES - a valve-like […]

GERD can frequently begin as early as infancy, though most infants do stop showing the symptoms as grow into childhood.  Unfortunately though, a small number of children ranging from 5 to 17 years of age do indeed suffer from GERD and require relief acid reflux remedies can provide.   If you suspect that your child is […]

Although acid reflux is quite common, the range of symptoms heartburn can produce is surprisingly broad, with some symptoms that are easily recognizable, and others that are more unusual and can therefore be difficult to recognize as symptoms caused by heartburn.
If you suspect you may be suffering from symptoms heartburn may have triggered – whether […]

Non erosive reflux disease (NERD) is one of many types of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).  Typically speaking GERD causes a condition referred to as esophagitis, which is the slow erosion of the lining of the esophagus.  However, in non erosive reflux, this erosion does not occur.  That being said, it does not mean that NERD […]

Choking often occurs with night time acid reflux, but silent acid reflux can also cause choking, coughing, and other throat related issues.  Although commonly referred to as silent reflux, the actual term for this particular form of acid reflux is Laryngopahryngeal reflux (LPR).
What is LPR?  Laryngopharyngeal reflux is similar to gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in […]

Choking can be a very startling and upsetting experience for many acid reflux sufferers, both infants and adults alike.  The symptom of choking usually occurs at night when a person is sleeping, and choking is what tends to wake the person up who then usually violently coughs to clear their throat and catch their breath.
Why […]

Although you may need to take medications to help ease nighttime heartburn, did you know that there is a natural apple cider vinegar acid reflux remedy you can try to ease symptoms during the day?  Apple cider vinegar (ACV) is a natural treatment that has been used to treat a variety of ailments for many […]

Acid reflux can strike at any time, with symptoms, such as heartburn usually occurring shortly after eating large meals or when lying down.  However, did you know that approximately 8 out of 10 heartburn suffers will experience nighttime symptoms?  Therefore, if you suffer from bedtime heartburn, you need to know what to do for acid […]

If you are experiencing hiccups, acid reflux could be a contributory factor and you may need to find a remedy to find relief from this non-serious, yet distressing symptom.
Hiccups, also called hiccoughs, result when the diaphragm suddenly contracts.  The diaphragm is the thin muscle located under the heart and lungs that separates the chest from […]