| I’m in living hell!…my acid reflux is out | | | | avoid using more than one pillow…because, |
| of control… and …I can’t digest | | | | that’ll cause folding of the abdominal area-- |
| my meds.I tried an over-the-counter | | | | and increase acid reflux. |
| antacid…but …It makes me itch! Please! | | | | 5) Control your body weight and quit smoking-- if |
| someone… can you tell me--“what can | | | | you suffer from obesity…start a moderate |
| I do?’ | | | | exercise program (consult your physician first). If |
| Here’s 7 simple tips to combat acid reflux | | | | you’re a smoker-- then, now is a perfect |
| you can use… | | | | time to think about quitting… because, |
| 1) Reduce the stress in your life-- because stress | | | | smoking prolongs the digestive cycle. |
| causes an increase in the amount of stomach | | | | 6) Avoid tight fitting or restrictive clothing and |
| acid… take up a hobby or start devoting | | | | belts--because, they only compress the abdominal |
| more time to the things you really enjoy. | | | | area… leading to even more severe acid |
| 2) Drink plenty of water-- at least 8 glasses a | | | | reflux episodes and discomfort. |
| day…but …Do Not eat or drink anything | | | | 7) Don’t be mislead by misconceptions |
| before daytime naps or | | | | such as-- using wedge pillows, using hospital beds |
| bedtime…because…normally it takes the | | | | to just elevate your head…these |
| stomach around 3 hours to digest it’s | | | | mistreatments only cause more folding at the |
| contents. | | | | abdominal level. Thereby increasing reflux in the |
| 3) Maintain a healthy diet-- avoid foods or drinks | | | | esophagus and throat. |
| rich in : | | | | By using these simple and easy solutions … |
| - Citrus fruits or juices…oranges and lemons | | | | you can gain control of acid reflux and it’s |
| are very acidic. | | | | discomforts… gradually, over |
| - Tomatoes or tomato based products. | | | | time…It’ll become-- a thing of the |
| - Certain ethnic dishes, such as …Mexican or | | | | past. |
| Italian foods. 4) Using Proper sleeping techniques-- | | | | |