The pharmaceutical drugs commonly prescribed to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) have a number of serious side effects. Among other negative effects, proton-pump inhibiting (PPI) drugs can prevent the proper absorption of nutrients by the gastrointestinal system, which makes patients more likely to develop cardiovascular disease. Also known as “acid reflux” and “heartburn,” GERD afflicts four out … Continue reading GERD medication found to disrupt nutrient absorption, increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease
A natural approach to treating GERD
Gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD) is a chronic digestive problem that is characterized by frequently recurring symptoms such as acid reflux and heartburn. Digestive conditions, such as GERD, are often caused by a problem with the digestive acids in your stomach. As such, many people may choose to treat their digestive problems with acid-blocking medication. However, these … Continue reading A natural approach to treating GERD
Natural remedies for acid reflux
Gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) is a condition that describes the unintentional and uncontrollable regurgitation of the stomach contents back into the esophagus. Otherwise known as acid reflux, GERD is a common gastoentorological disease affecting millions of Americans daily. The American College of Gastroenterology has estimated that roughly 15 million of us experience GERD every day. Western medicine views GERD as … Continue reading Natural remedies for acid reflux
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 