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Friday, October, 23, 2009

Heartburn Cure Home Remedy

Chewing gum may prevent heartburn

October 03, 2008
Of all the home remedies for easing heartburn, one of the simplest may also be one of the best--try chewing gum. A group of researchers determined that patients who chew sugar-free gum for 30 minutes following a meal have lower acid levels than patients who do not chew gum. Experts say it works by stimulating saliva, which neutralizes acid and forces fluids back into the stomach. Read more »

Expert & Community Posts

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Acid Reflux from Infancy to Adulthood III: Adults
By Jan Gambino , Health Expert

...symptoms may include the symptoms of GER plus:   o Heartburn/chest pain o Sore Throat o ... Read more »

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My heartburn is being treated with high doses of acid-reducing agents. Why aren't they working?
By Todd Eisner , Health Expert

...click here.Read more of Dr. Eisner's blogs More on heartburn  Read more »

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Heartburn During Pregnancy
By Eileen Bailey , Health Expert

...the whole time. And in the third pregnancy, I had heartburn. Heartburn that stopped me from... Read more »

Health Guide

Acid Reflux Symptoms
Heartburn. Heartburn is the primary symptom of GERD. It is a burning sensation that radiates up from the stomach to the chest and throat. Heartburn is most likely to occur in connection with... Read more »
Sleep Apnea: Symptoms
...impaired mental or emotional functioningSnoring (bed partners may report very loud and interrupted snoring)Heartburn (acid back-up that causes heartburn may be responsible for some cases of sleep... Read more »
Ear Infections: Home Remedies
Home RemediesCareful monitoring of the child's condition (watchful waiting) along with home remedies and common over the counter cold medicines may be a viable alternative to antibiotic treatment for... Read more »
Acid Reflux (GERD) and the Esophagus
...actions in the esophagus or other protective mechanisms fail. Click the icon to see an animation about heartburn.The hallmark symptoms of GERD are:Heartburn: a burning sensation in the chest and... Read more »
Scleroderma: Treatment for Gastrointestinal Problems
...in the esophagus and stomach are generally the same as those for gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) or heartburn. Many non-prescription agents are available for the relief of heartburn.Proton-pump or... Read more »

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