Acidic Foods to Limit or Avoid With GERD

If you struggle with GERD, you’ve probably already heard about or experienced firsthand the connection between your symptoms and acidic foods. “Don’t eat citrus,” they say, but why? Why does acidic food make GERD worse? We know that eating acidic foods doesn’t cause GERD – that’s the lower esophageal sphincter’s (LES’s) fault. However, acidic foods complicate an already existent pathway and make your symptoms worse.

AdminAugust 24, 2023Comment

Steps to Take & What to Expect When Weaning From a PPI

If you’re someone who suffers from persistent, constant acid reflux, you probably take a PPI. Furthermore, if you’re like most acid reflux sufferers, your doctor also probably hasn’t told you how bad they can be for you. However, weaning off them can be quite difficult. In this blog, we’re going to discuss the following questions: how do I wean off of omeprazole, how long does PPI withdrawal last, and which medications are PPIs? Let’s jump in and get you some answers.

AdminAugust 7, 2023Comment

Why Can’t I Stop Clearing My Throat?

Are you up late at night, clearing your throat for what seems like hours? Maybe you’ve tried having a humidifier going, elevating your upper body, or taking antacids. But nothing seems to be working. It might almost feel like you are sick – especially if your body starts producing mucus to help with the dryness and soreness. But, what is this?

Could the LINX Surgery Be for Me?

If you struggle with constant, persistent, frustrating reflux, you probably are dealing with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). This condition is caused by a weakened lower esophageal sphincter (LES) – a small ring of muscle tissue that is supposed to prevent stomach acid from backflowing into your esophagus. For patients with GERD, their lives often revolve around keeping their symptoms at bay or taking medications that merely mask the symptoms.

In this blog, we’re going to chat about some of your treatment options, how to heal GERD permanently, and answer a couple of common questions: what is the LINX surgery and what are the GERD surgery options.

Heartburn and Pregnancy: What Can I Take?

Also known as acid reflux, or GERD in some cases, heartburn is a pesky symptom – rather than a condition in and of itself. Heartburn is what happens when stomach acids and other stomach contents reflux or backflow up into the esophagus. Usually, the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) stays closed tightly enough to prevent this from happening. For some people, however, the LES loosens and allows refluxing to happen.