Can Probiotics Really Treat Acid Reflux?
Probiotics are live microorganisms (microscopic living things such as bacteria, protozoa, algae, and/or fungi) that may offer certain health benefits.
Autoimmune diseases linked to cancers of the digestive tract
In a comprehensive study, researchers from the Department of Epidemiology at the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Augsburg have provided reliable evidence for a link between chronic inflammatory diseases and the development of tumors in the digestive tract. The results were recently published in eClinicalMedicine.
Mushroom-derived molecule drives microbial chemistry linked to colorectal cancer
Microbes in our gut are important for overall health, but certain bacteria can promote inflammation, damage DNA, and support the growth of diseases like cancer.
Are Saltines Good for Acid Reflux? Tips and Foods to Avoid
"Yes, saltines can neutralize acid," says C. Prakash Gyawali, MD, a gastroenterology professor at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis.
Can You Take Vitamin C With Acid Reflux?
Vitamin C, as well as vitamin E, may even be beneficial in reducing inflammation and healing tissues irritated by acid reflux, Dr. Rothstein says. Vitamin C "is nowhere near as acidic as what's in the stomach," he says.
Common but under-diagnosed deficiency that makes you tired all the time - and why your reflux pills could be to blame, revealed by top doctors
PPIs such as omeprazole, lansoprazole and esomeprazole (which Brigitte was taking), are some of the most commonly prescribed drugs in the UK, with an estimated 8million on them but studies have shown that long term use - over several years - may cause iron deficiency, as stomach acid helps make iron soluble and more easily absorbable.
Genetic testing reduces risks from chemotherapy for gastrointestinal cancer patients
For some patients with gastrointestinal (GI) cancers like colorectal and pancreatic cancer, chemotherapy can cause severe, sometimes life-threatening side effects in those who carry certain genetic variants that can impact how their bodies process the drugs used to treat their disease.
Heartburn or something more serious? When to get chest pains checked out
But while it is usually a harmless reaction linked to digestion, it can sometimes point to underlying health issues.
The nine acid reflux foods to avoid – and two that soothe heartburn
Heartburn is unpleasant and painful, and can lead to serious problems if left untreated. But the triggers are well-known and easy to avoid
What Causes Acid Reflux at Night?
Acid reflux at night can make sleep feel impossible.
