As the holidays get closer, most would agree that stress levels for some people increase. There is at least one study that indicates this psychological distress may result in more severe GERD symptoms.
Dr. Chey and his colleagues at the University of Michigan reported that about 40% of patients with GERD have psychological distress. This distress can worsen GERD symptoms. Dr. Chey believes that this effect could help explain why about 30% of GERD patients have incomplete symptom relief...
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Most people know that untreated acid reflux can cause pain, but did you know it can also lead to esophageal bleeding, and even anemia? In this... Read more »
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Coffee (Regular and Decaffeinated) You may love your cup of Joe each morning, but your coffee may be doing you more harm than good if you suffer from acid reflux or even occasional heartburn. The high acid content in coffee along with the...
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