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GERD - path to cure and prevent gerd from ever coming back

In summary: The first line of treatment of GERD symptoms are lifestyle changes: losing weight (if necessary), avoiding triggering foods and moderate physical activity. Eliminating all suspected foods ...
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What is the long term side effect of lying after eating?

Advice against lying down after a meal is usually given to those who already have acid reflux (WebMD) and not to everyone. Reflux comes from excessive relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter (...
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Why does lack of exercise cause heartburn?

No current literature in my review supports a direct relationship between an 'extreme' lack of movement with heartburn. The single word you are referring to regarding the tendency not to move or ...
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