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Is the Long-Term Use of Antacids Safe?
Many people rely on the occasional use of antacids to control symptoms of heartburn. But is there a downside? How much is too much?
Chronic Coughing: Is It Asthma, a Runny Nose or Acid Reflux?
A chronic cough – defined as lasting for at least eight weeks – can have many causes. Getting to the root of it is the best way to effectively treat it.
Fire Up the Grill This Summer, Not Your Heartburn
Does frequent heartburn come between you and your favorite foods at outdoor cookouts? It doesn’t have to - here are some common sense tips to help put fun back on the table.
How To Prevent and Find Relief From Acid Reflux
Some people have occasional, mild heartburn that can be managed with dietary changes or by taking occasional antacids. Severe reflux involves frequent, more bothersome symptoms.
Acid Reflux: How To Know When You Need More Than Medicine
Do you take over-the-counter medicine for heartburn? If you’re taking antacids or H2 blockers more than once a week to ease your pain, there may be a better, long-term solution for your symptoms.
Your Heartburn Might Be More Than a Stomach Ache
If you are constantly plagued by heartburn, it might be more than a simple stomach ache. You might be suffering from gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, one of the most common digestive disorders in the United States.
The Best and Worst Foods for Acid Reflux
A hot burning in the chest, a bitter taste in the throat, a gassy bloating in the stomach – acid reflux is no picnic. What you eat, however, can make the difference between sweet relief and sour misery.