Gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a very common condition that is also referred to as acid reflux. It is a physiological condition that causes the regurgitation of the stomach content into the esophagus and throat. Acid reflux may occur due to inappropriate an unhealthy lifestyle including poor diet, as well as stress. People who suffer from GERD can (particularly if left untreated) suffer from serious complications like breathing problems, burning and scarring of the esophagus and throat problems.
The pharmaceutical industry has many treatments on the market for acid reflux. However, an effective way to correct the harmful activity of the stomach and of dealing with GERD is to keep a balanced diet and to use natural treatments for acid reflux. For starters, in addition to restricting alcohol consumption, try to exclude heavy use of spices, caffeine, fatty foods and citrus fruits from your diet. Using tobacco products can also aggravate this condition. So what are some reliable natural remedies? (everyone's system may respond differently to the recommendations below, but these are mentioned based on the success many people have had and continue to have with natural remedies for GERD).
A lot of people are unaware that cinnamon is considered to be a powerful natural cure for acid reflux. It is renowned for its antiseptic effects and healing properties. Cinnamon normalizes the activity of the stomach and controls the amount of gastric acid it produces.
Fresh bananas and apples are also effective natural cures for acid reflux. Fresh pineapple, papaya and dried figs are rich in enzymes which aid in the digestive process. These are not only great natural cures for acid reflux but are also a source of vitamins and minerals. Cabbage and carrots are also efficient natural remedies and they can control the gastric acid secretions inside the stomach.
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One of the best natural cures for acid reflux is considered to be apple cider vinegar. To get the greatest benefit from consuming this, it is recommended that you take it while eating. Mix one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar in a glass of water and drink it during your meal. For the majority of people with the condition, apple cider vinegar is an effective natural cure that has a calming effect on the stomach and helps decrease the amount of digestive fluids it produces.
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It is not reasonable to expect that the total cure happens in just one dosage of apple cider vinegar, or just a few pieces of fruit. It might be necessary to take it as a daily routine depending on the severity of your condition. Also, the only way to experience long-lasting relief, it is important to ditch those harmful foods that caused GERD in the first place.
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