Summer is a time for backyard barbecues, trips to the lake and spending time outside with friends and family, but unfortunately it’s also a time when heartburn is most prevalent. According to a recent survey of individuals with frequent heartburn, summer is the worst season for their condition. Nearly half of the survey respondents said […]
5 Ways To Treat Acid Reflux Without Surgery
Acid reflux occurs when stomach acid makes its way make up the stomach to the esophageal canal. The stomach is built in such a way that it can handle these tough acids, but other soft tissues, like the lining of our esophagus, can become damaged if repeatedly exposed to stomach acid. Below, we’re going to […]
Treating Pediatric Acid Reflux
Acid reflux is a condition that is more common in older individuals, but it can also affect children and teens for a number of reasons. If your child is complaining of a sore throat or is in discomfort after eating, you may want to bring them in to have them examined by an endocrine specialist […]
Eating & Your Diet After LINX Surgery
As we’ve described in a previous post, the LINX procedure is a minimally invasive operation that can help to correct esophageal issues like chronic acid reflux and gastroesophageal reflux disease. The vast majority of patients state that they are pleased with the results, but the surgery does require a small adjustment to your daily diet […]
Avoiding Acid Reflux During Grilling Season
Summer is here, and odds are you’ve already busted the grill out and fired it up this season. Grilling is an American pastime, but it can cause problems if you have acid reflux or gastroesophageal reflux disease. With that said, grilling doesn’t have to cause problems for your acid reflux if you are smart about […]
