{"id":25874,"date":"2017-08-13T21:09:49","date_gmt":"2017-08-13T18:09:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lifeadvancer.com\/?p=25874"},"modified":"2017-08-13T21:09:49","modified_gmt":"2017-08-13T18:09:49","slug":"acid-reflux","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lifeadvancer.com\/acid-reflux\/","title":{"rendered":"Acid Reflux: Its Symptoms and How to Treat It Naturally"},"content":{"rendered":"
Many patients share that acid reflux is frustrating and painful. Moreover, not being able to digest food<\/a> is quite unbearable.<\/p>\n A relative of mine who has acid reflux relates that he has to forgo many of his favorite dishes, such as fried chicken because he would throw them up<\/a>. What is this condition, and how does it affect people who have it? Here’s more about this ailment and how to treat it naturally.<\/p>\n What is this uncomfortable malady? As you may guess, some people are more prone to it than others. A valve lies at your stomach’s entrance<\/strong>. It is a ring of muscles known as the Lower Esophageal Sphincter <\/a>(LES). This valve will close as food moves through it. If it doesn’t, the acid that your stomach produces may travel up your esophagus and cause a range of painful symptoms<\/strong>.<\/p>\n My relative recounted experiencing painful chest pains or heartburn. Doctors diagnosed him as having Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), a more intense form of Acid Reflux because he experienced them more than twice a week.<\/p>\n A stomach abnormality called a hiatal hernia is often responsible for Acid Reflux. It happens when the upper part of the stomach and the LES shift above the diaphragm. It separates your muscles from your chest. Hiatal Hernia can cause acid to travel up your esophagus and trigger the symptoms. Of course, there are other causes of the condition.<\/p>\n The symptoms<\/a> of Acid Reflux aren’t extraordinary. The condition, therefore, isn’t easy to identify. If you experience the whole range of them, however, a doctor may diagnose the condition.<\/p>\n First of all are chest pains, which come about because stomach acid travels into the esophagus. The aches, however, tend to last for longer than necessary. Don’t ignore them, especially if they worsen after exercise or rest. Get your doctor to diagnose if you’re having heartburn or heart attack, as it’s difficult to tell the difference between the two conditions.<\/p>\n Also, you might have acid reflux if your chest pains come straight after a big meal. The load on your stomach forces the acid upwards. Consequently, experts suggest eating often but in small amounts.<\/p>\n The acid that escapes from your stomach might travel to the back of your throat. It will leave a bitter taste in your mouth. Too much of it may choke you. If this happens, see a doctor, who might recommend pump inhibitors, H2 blockers, and antacids.<\/p>\n Furthermore, your vocal cords may become irritated because of the acid that rushes up your throat. If you start to sound husky and a little too sexy, do see a doctor.<\/p>\n Also, you might have sore throats often. It’s a classic flu symptom, but digestive issues<\/a> might cause it as well. The key is to notice when your throat starts to ache. If it does so after meals, it’s probably because of acid reflux.<\/p>\n Moreover, you can attribute respiratory symptoms such as a chronic cough. If it occurs after eating, get a pH test. Performed during a 24 hour period, it can gauge if you have acid reflux.<\/p>\n Stomach acid may cause the nerves in your chest to constrict your breathing tubes. The body reacts to prevent the acid from entering. If you experience this, get a pH test<\/strong>.<\/p>\n You’d associate nausea with many conditions, so it’s hard to jump to acid reflux as a cause. Again, if it comes right after you eat, it’s likely because of the condition.<\/p>\n Moreover, observe if your mouth starts to generate excess saliva. If it does, it’s probably a water brash<\/strong>, which suggests acid reflux. The body is busy trying to wash out the irritating acid in your esophagus.<\/p>\n Finally, the constant rush of acid up your throat might cause damage and scarring. That might make it difficult for you to down drinks or food.<\/p>\n If you hate taking medication, don’t fret. There are natural ways to keep acid from rushing up your throat.<\/p>\n First of all is baking soda. A teaspoon of this, mixed with a cup of water, can end the burning sensation in your stomach. Baking soda eases acid reflux because it’s a base substance. Because it has a pH level higher than 7, it helps to neutralize stomach acid.<\/p>\n You might think of using Aloe Vera juice to soothe sunburns, but it helps GERD as well. It makes an excellent remedy for heartburn because it relieves inflammation.<\/p>\n The Journal of Dental Research<\/a> found that people had fewer symptoms of heartburn when they chewed gum. It cleared out the acid faster than saliva. Furthermore, who doesn’t like a sweet treat?<\/p>\n Ironically, acid reflux might come about because your body doesn’t produce enough of it. It’s the acid that tells the LES valve to close. You might want to take apple cider vinegar<\/a> to see if it prevents the reflux.<\/p>\nWhat Is Acid Reflux?<\/h2>\n
Causes<\/h3>\n
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10 Symptoms of Acid Reflux<\/h3>\n
1. Chest pains<\/h4>\n
2. Pain after Meals<\/h4>\n
3. Bitter taste<\/h4>\n
4. Hoarseness<\/h4>\n
5. Sore throat<\/h4>\n
6. Cough<\/h4>\n
7. Asthma<\/h4>\n
8. Nausea<\/h4>\n
9. Extra saliva<\/h4>\n
10. Difficulty swallowing<\/h4>\n
How to Treat Acid Reflux Naturally<\/h3>\n
1. Baking Soda<\/h4>\n
2. Aloe Vera Juice<\/h4>\n
3. Chew gum<\/h4>\n
4. Apple Cider Vinegar<\/h4>\n
5. Bananas and apples<\/h4>\n