What is the best natural and alternative medicine for the treatment of GERD?
My doctor prescribed Nexium for acid reflux, but I really hate taking drugs. Suggestions?
Calcium carbonate, a well-established remedy in the short term for heartburn. Some supplement manufacturers combined calcium carbonate DGL. DGL (DGL) is a very popular plant used as an emollient (an agent that soothes and coats mucous membranes) and proved as effective as medication cimetidine (Tagamet) in the treatment of peptic ulcer. DGL can help restore the lining that protects the stomach hydrochloric acid is vital. When the esophagus inflamed by acid reflux, aloe vera juice can provide fast, soothing relief by reducing acid production and smooth and the layer of mucus. Aloe vera juice is not the same that the herb aloe, which is a powerful laxative. If you are concerned about the frequent indigestion or food feels "heavy" in the belly, consider taking digestive enzymes with every meal. Twice the recommended dose if you ate a special meal important. Self-Care Action – Eat small meals Frequently instead of one or two large, thereby preventing excessive production of stomach acid. The limit test substances such as coffee (including decaf), alcohol and fatty foods. A pleasant alternative to coffee after a meal is a cup of hot tea – chamomile, ginger, mint, marshmallow, meadowsweet or elm – which has the advantage of easing the discomfort of heartburn. Stay at least three hours after eating their last meal or snack before going to bed. Elevating the head of your bed several inches using gravity in preventing reflux at night. short-term gum heartburn by stimulating the production of saliva, that dilutes the colors and stomach acid. Drink a glass of warm water after a meal can produce a similar effect.
Natural Treatments for Heartburn, Ulcers and GERD
