Acid reflux happens when there is backward flow of stomach acid into the oesophagus. It is normal if this happens occasionally. However, if this happens persistently, it becomes a chronic condition ...

Acid reflux is a common digestive condition, but its symptoms aren't always obvious. A specialist breaks down what to look ...

Gastroesophageal reflux disease requires comprehensive medical evaluation to distinguish it from occasional heartburn and develop appropriate treatment strategies. Healthcare providers utilize ...

A practitioner has outlined the 'two problems' that could arise from taking proton pump inhibitors (PPI), such as omeprazole, ...

I figured it was just allergies. It seemed logical: My constant throat clearing began last summer, amid a bumper crop of weeds following last spring’s torrential rains. But when that compulsion to ...

Nutrient-rich nuts like almonds are recommended as part of a heart-healthy diet by the American Heart Association. If you have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), or acid reflux, however, you may ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. We all reflux. The backward movement of stomach contents into the food pipe, otherwise known as the esophagus, is called ...

Foods such as citrus fruits and greasy fast food can trigger heartburn. Eating habits such as overeating can also intensify symptoms of heartburn or acid reflux. Let’s take a look at five foods that ...

You deserve to eat what you love without the searing pain of heartburn—and meds like Prilosec, Nexium and Prevacid can help ...

Patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and peptic ulcers may face a higher risk of developing gum disease and tooth decay, according to a recently published review in the Journal of ...

I figured it was just allergies. It seemed logical: My constant throat clearing began last summer, amid a bumper crop of weeds following last spring’s torrential rains. But when that compulsion to ...