Stop Acid Reflux With Two Natural Supplements

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Stop Acid Reflux With Two Natural Supplements

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Acid reflux is a huge medical problem today. Instead of taking

expensive and harmful drugs, there are safe and easy natural ways

to cure acid reflux. In addition to a few simple changes in life

style, there are a couple of supplements that can jump start your

efforts to live a healthier digestive life.

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Stop Acid Reflux With Two Natural Supplements

Copyright © 2007 Wind Publishing

Written by: Richey

Reflux Gone Forever

http://www.refluxgoneforever.com

Many people approach the treatment of acid reflux like the quest

for the Holy Grail. They become so bogged down with different

opinions that they become confused and give up. When they do,

they tend to rely on the convenience of drugs to treat the

symptoms of acid reflux rather than to seek a cure.

Our culture has become far too dependent on pharmaceuticals to

treat the symptoms of illnesses. Drugs certainly have their

place, but there are also natural ways to treat, if not cure

disease. It would seem that the medical community, at large, is

more concerned with the treatment of symptoms than the

elimination of disease itself. There are three classifications of

drugs which treat acid reflux. The first of these is antacids,

which neutralize the acid in your stomach and are at best only a

temporary fix. They are loaded with harmful ingredients such as

sodium and aluminum.

The next group of drugs is called H2 Blockers. They reduce the

amount of acid that the stomach produces and provide longer

lasting relief than antacids. Finally there are the PPI drugs

(proton pump inhibitors), which shut off the proton pumps in the

stomach that manufacture hydrochloric acid. PPI drugs are the

most commonly prescribed pharmaceuticals for the acid reflux

condition. These drugs, in my opinion, which actually stop the

production of stomach acid, are quite dangerous. Obviously, our

bodies were designed to produce stomach acid for a specific

purpose. Stomach acid is necessary to break down, digest and

assimilate food. Without proper digestion and assimilation, our

bodies cannot work as they were designed to. I believe that most

people who pop those PPI drugs are walking around in a state of

malnutrition.

Sometimes we overlook the reality of a negative situation by

choosing convenience over common sense. The simple and natural

way is usually the best way to go. Two inexpensive supplements,

when taken together, can alleviate most acid reflux symptoms, in

time. These supplements are probiotics and digestive enzymes.

Wouldn't it be wiser to take two capsules containing natural

ingredients rather than drugs? Drugs are expensive and most have

dangerous side effects.

Probiotics are beneficial microbes which protect the digestive

tract by keeping the natural flora in balance. The most well

known is lactobacillus acidophilus, which is found in yogurt and

in supplement form.

A good probiotic should contain at least five billion live

microorganisms per capsule. The ideal composition should include

L. acidophilus, L rhamnosus, S. thermophilus and L. bulgaricus.

These are considered " friendly bacteria " . They are of great

benefit to the health of the colon and to the immune system, in

general. Taken in conjunction with digestive enzymes, they

balance the digestive system and reduce the possibility of acid

reflux.

Digestive enzymes, which are normally secreted by different

glands in the digestive system, help to break down food molecules

into smaller particles in order to aid digestion. Each enzyme has

a specific function related to different elements of food. For

example: lactase breaks down lactose (milk sugars), protease and

pepsin break down proteins and diatase digests vegetable starch.

Those who suffer from acid reflux usually need more digestive

enzymes than their bodies produce. A good digestive enzyme

supplement should contain protease, amylase, lipase, cellulase,

diastase, invertase, lactase, pectinase and alpha galactosidase.

Just ask for a full spectrum product.

In addition to these supplements aiding the digestive process,

they are also beneficial in treating allergies and skin problems.

When the digestive system is functioning properly, our bodies

become more alkaline. Many believe that disease cannot exist in

an alkaline environment.

In treating acid reflux, you might also consider drinking at

least eight glasses of water each day - more won't hurt. Water

hydrates the body and flushes out the toxins that we collect on a

daily basis. Do not drink anything with a meal as it dilutes

stomach acid and the body produces more to compensate.

Eat raw vegetables as often as possible. Munch on them as snacks

or appetizers before a main meal. Eat fruit and nuts for

breakfast and a salad for lunch. These foods are easy to digest.

The less strain we place on the digestive system, the more energy

we have and the healthier we will be.

Refrain from lying down too soon after a meal. You should allow

at least two hours before doing so. Take a walk instead. Walk for

thirty minutes each day. Aerobic exercise is essential for the

over all health of the body. It encourages a healthy digestive

system.

Chew gum between and after meals. Chewing produces saliva, which

is alkaline in nature and counteracts the over production of

acid. Try to eat slowly in a pleasant and relaxed atmosphere.

Stress is a major cause of poor digestion and ill-health in

general. There are many small things you can do to avoid acid

reflux. Let common sense be your guide.

By taking responsibility for your health and making a few little

changes in life style, you can avoid a problem like acid reflux

before it evolves into a more serious medical issue. Supplements

like probiotics and digestive enzymes will give you a jump start

and get you on your way to better digestive health.

For free recipes, articles and information about acid reflux,

please visit: http://www.RefluxGoneForever.com Reflux Gone

Forever

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Richey is a self-educated expert on how to cure

acid reflux disease by natural means. He has written an extensive

report entitled, REFLUX GONE FOREVER, Natural Acid Reflux

Remedies.

For free recipes, articles and information about acid reflux,

please visit: http://www.refluxgoneforever.com