Acid reflux and GERD are linked to sleep disorders. Many GERD patients experience nighttime symptoms like snoring, coughing, and sore throat. Sleep apnea is often found in people with acid reflux. Elevating your head with a pillow can reduce symptoms of reflux. Avoid eating and drinking at least three hours before bedtime.
If you're feeling sleep deprived as a result of living with someone with acid reflux disease, sometimes you need to be creative to get the sleep you need. This is especially true if you are interested in being a good partner or parent. According to the National Sleep Foundation, twenty three percent of married couples have already come to…
Tracy Davenport, Ph.D., Health Guide, posted More Than Just Friends – Part II Part I of this blog covered the importance of social support for the patient or the…