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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (Heartburn)

Filed in archive Digestive Health by Florence Cardinal on March 29, 2007

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Do you suffer from Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease? I think almost all of us do, at least occasionally. Don't let the big words fool you. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is, simply, heartburn, and it can sure spoil the satisfaction we feel after a good meal.

What causes GERD? According to Beliefnet Health:
GERD results when the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) muscle becomes weakened. The LES sits at the juncture between the esophagus and the stomach and prevents food and stomach liquids from flowing back up into the esophagus.

Of course, when this LES becomes weak, then it doesn't close properly and allows the contents of the stomach, including that burning acid, to flow back up the esophagus, into the throat, and, at times, into the mouth.

What can we do to prevent GERD? According to the Heartburn/Acid Relux Blog, when dealing with one of those heartburn breeding really big holiday meals:
The answer is to simply eat in moderation and avoiding filling yourself to a level of discomfort. Also make substitutions for fatty foods when possible (let veggies take up a large portion of your plate, with stuffing, fatty meats, butter, and calorie-laden sides being kept to small servings).

Moderation, then, is the key. Avoid foods that you know are going to cause problems. For some, it's fatty foods, others may be unable to tolerate very spicy foods. Even tomatoes may be the culprit. Caffeine (coffee or chocolate) is another. Monitor what you eat. The trouble causers should become clear.


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