Gastroesophageal Reflux - Get relief for the pain of acid reflux
Heartburn consist of a burning sensation in the center of the chest often occurs after eating, bending, exercising, and sometimes, when lying down. About one in 10 adults have heartburn at least once a week, and one in three monthly. Some pregnant women experience heartburn almost daily as a result of increased pressure in the abdomen and hormonal changes.
This heartburn has nothing to do with his heart. These symptoms rather indicate a condition called gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD. This little booklet provides some tips on how to relieve heartburn caused by this condition.
When you swallow, food passes through your throat and esophagus to your stomach.
A muscle called the lower esophageal sphincter controls the opening between the esophagus and stomach and remains tightly closed except when swallowing.
When this muscle fails to close, the acidic stomach contents can back up into the esophagus. This retrograde movement is called reflux. When stomach acid enters the lower esophagus can cause a burning sensation, commonly referred to as heartburn.
Several factors may explain why this reflux occurs, and can provide some clues on how to alleviate it. The most important are:
- The position of your body after eating (an upright posture prevents reflux)
- The size of the food (small meals reduce reflux)
- The type of foods you consume (some
Digestive Science provides a three step Reflux Elimination System to eliminate the discomfort caused by gastroesophageal reflux. Everything starts with an Acid Control Formula, which provides you an ongoing *natural* protection from the burning pain associated with gastroesophageal reflux. The second step is the Digestive Enzyme Renewal which is a daily supplement formulated with many essential digestive enzymes in special quantities to break the vicious cycle of stomach acid. The third step is the Daily Digestion Support which is a nutrient supplement that you can take as a refreshing drink.
 |