GERD affects about 20% of the population in the United States, making it one of the most common digestive disorders according to Oshi Health. If you’re part of this statistic, you’ve probably been ...

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A new study finds that following the Mediterranean Diet and drinking alkaline water can help ease symptoms of acid reflux. If you’ve ever experienced acid reflux, you know that feeling of just wanting ...

No matter your age, it doesn’t hurt to be aware of foods that may cause heartburn. But that knowledge could be particularly handy if you are in or approaching menopause—as the sensation can become ...

While some people don’t notice any symptoms after drinking green tea, some people may experience worsening acid reflux after ...

Acid reflux, or gastroesophageal reflux (GERD), is a common condition that happens when stomach acid flows back up into the esophagus, causing discomfort such as heartburn. It can be triggered by ...

So you're feeling that uncomfortable burning sensation in your chest. Your mouth tastes bitter or sour. The back of your throat is burning. While the occasional heartburn episode usually isn't an ...

Acid reflux refers to the flow of stomach acid back into your esophagus, a connecting tube between your throat and stomach. It is also known as gastroesophageal reflux and occurs as heartburn, a ...