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Jennifer Rackley

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posted 09/08/2008, comments (0)

Obesity and Acid Reflux

As a nutritionist I am required to tell you that obesity is putting millions at risk for debilitating disease and even early death. In 2005 a review of previous research on GERD showed a very strong correlation between the severity of GERD and a person’s Body Mass Index (BMI). As the person’s BMI rose so did their rate... Read more Chevron

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Jan Gambino

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posted 08/18/2008, comments (0)

Going for the Gold: World Class Picky Eater

Michael Phelps may be a world class swimmer but he sure isn't a Gold Medal level picky eater! Look at what he eats: two cups of coffee, a bowl of grits, three fried egg sandwiches with cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, fried onions and mayo, three slices of French toast with sugar and three chocolate chip pancakes. That's just his breakfast! My guess is... Read more Chevron

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posted 08/13/2008, comment (1)

Calcium and PPI medications

Calcium is an essential mineral in the human body. It is needed for the proper formation of bones and teeth and is also found in the blood and other cells where it regulates metabolic functions. When previous headlines blared about the increased risk of hip fractures with PPI use many AR patients began to worry. I have also had... Read more Chevron

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posted 07/30/2008, comments (0)

Economic Impact on Food Choices

As food prices climb, I encourage you to avoid the pressure to choose cheaper, processed, additive-dense foods for you or someone you love who may have acid reflux. The phrase that describes this exchange is "trading down" food choices and this phrase is already being used by politicians to describe one way in which some American families are... Read more Chevron

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posted 07/11/2008, comments (0)

From Diaper Bag to Snack Bag- Eating on the go.

At some point I went from carrying a diaper bag to a snack bag. At first, the diaper bag carried the usual assortment of baby gear and went on every trip from the food store to the cross country plane ride. When my daughter with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) didn't need extra clothes and diapers anymore, I was tempted to... Read more Chevron

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