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RE: Getting off acid-blockers
also take the anti-gas pill from Swansons online at the beginning of each meal for 30-90 days, depending on how long the GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) remains symptomatic. Avoiding tight waistbands, mint, all forms of decaf, chocolate and...
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Long Term use of GERD Meds are Unsafe
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a painful, chronic digestive disorder affecting millions of Americans every year. GERD occurs when the muscular valve between the esophagus and stomach is weakened or fails to close properly, which causes the...
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Is GERD a Symptom of a Hiatal Hernia?
Half of the adults living in America who consume the rich Western diet have permanently stretched the diaphragm that separates the abdominal cavity from the thoracic cavity. Many patients are unaware that they have stretched their diaphragm; some...
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How do You Spell Relief?
How do you spell relief? Many people would respond by singing their answer, "R-O-L-A-I-D-S" to the tune of the famous 1970's advertising slogan which sold Rolaids, a popular antacid tablet. But, as you can see in the illustration above the best way to...
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RE: GERD
Lori, I think you are really on the right track eating slowly enough to chew your food thoroughly, as well as not overfilling the stomach. Best Wishes to you as you continue your plant-based journey, Dr. Carney
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RE: GERD
Thank you for the helpful links. As I am fully whole food, plant-based eating now, I have no issues with constipation or straining. My problem is never associated with "burning" but instead, a post prandial feeling of fullness at the level of my...
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RE: GERD
is another article that will probably be helpful related to this topic: https://www.drcarney.com/blog/entry/is-gerd-a-symptom-of-a-hiatal-hernia
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RE: GERD
https://www.drcarney.com/blog/entry/how-do-you-spell-relief https://www.drcarney.com/blog/entry/say-goodbye-to-acid-reflux
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GERD
Besides eating a WFPB diet, what can be done to minimize reflux associated with a hiatal hernia?
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Say Goodbye to Acid Reflux!
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a painful, chronic health condition in which the lower esophageal sphincter (a muscular valve between the esophagus and stomach) relaxes, which causes the contents in the stomach to travel up the esophagus....
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Alcohol Consumption and the Risk of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Alcohol use may precipitate the development of gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD). This meta-analysis looked at the probability of developing gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD) among consumers and non-consumers of alcohol. Researchers...
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The relationship between fruit and vegetable intake with gastroesophageal reflux disease in Iranian adults.
High intake of fruits and vegetables may help to thwart the development gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). This study assessed how the consumption of fruits and vegetables affects the likelihood of acquiring gastroesophageal reflux disease...
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Dietary antioxidants, fruits, and vegetables and the risk of Barrett's esophagus.
and dietary antioxidants may help to prevent the development of Barrett's esophagus, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and esophageal cancer. Barrett's esophagus and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) are two conditions that promote the...
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Neal Barnard MD Discusses Digestive Health
If you've been searching the Internet for relief from hemorrhoids, GERD, constipation, or other gastrointestinal disorder, you may be interested in viewing the below 15-minute session featuring Neal Barnard, MD. Dr. Barnard gives a general overview of...
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Chew Chew Training for Improved Digestion
There's an ancient story of a military commander who came down with the deadly disease leprosy. Hearing that there was a healer in a neighboring country, he set off with a contingent of soldiers. Finding the healer in a small, unassuming house, the...
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RE: Getting off acid-blockers
your info, I realize I should have told you about other issues I have. All this started when I was diagnosed with celiac and GERD back in 2004; in addition I've been pre-diabetic in spite of being vegan for 7 years, and it has worsened; I've been told I...
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Reduced risk of pre-eclampsia with organic vegetable consumption: results from the prospective Norwegian Mother and Child Cohort Study
Consistent consumption of organic vegetables may help ward off pre-eclampsia in pregnant women. This study looked at the influence eating a high vegetable diet has on a pregnant woman's chances of developing pre-eclampsia. With the aid of validated...
https://www.drcarney.com/science/lifestyle-choices/vegetables/reduced-risk-of-pre-eclampsia-with-organic-vegetable-consumption-results-from-the-prospective-norwegian-mother-and-child-cohort-study -
The Scoop on Poop
For most people, discussing bowel function can be almost as painful as being constipated! Although it is an embarrassing topic for many, most people are concerned whether or not their bowel habits are normal. If you're curious about this topic, you've...
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How Does Being Constipated Promote Varicose Veins?
Enlarged varicose veins are not only a cosmetic matter, they can cause aching pain, ulcers, burning, and cramping to varying degrees, and in some cases, more serious complications. The etiology of varicose veins can be multifactorial, says the...
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Using Diet to Prevent and Treat Hemorrhoids
Hemorrhoids — although more than 75% of Americans are affected at some point in their lives, hemorrhoids aren't exactly a topic that everyone enjoys discussing. If you're looking for relief, you'll be glad to know that eating a diet rich in fiber can...
https://www.drcarney.com/blog/health-issues/using-diet-to-prevent-and-treat-hemorrhoids
