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Heartburn / GERD Blog with Sharon Gillson August 2006 Archive

By Sharon Gillson, About.com Guide to Heartburn / GERD since 2003

Complications of Long-Term GERD

Wednesday August 30, 2006
If gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD - also referred to as acid reflux disease) is not treated effectively, the constant acid reflux can irritate the lining of the esophagus, and serious ... Read More

Wedge Pillows

Friday August 25, 2006
Nearly eight in ten heartburn sufferers experience symptoms at night. If staying up all night isn't the option you are prepared to take for handling your nighttime heartburn, one of ... Read More

Medication Organizers

Friday August 25, 2006
Whether you take only one medication or several, it is important that you take your meds at the times your doctor has prescribed. The following products will organize your medications ... Read More

10 Heartburn Myths You Should Know About

Wednesday August 16, 2006
Bland diets will not cure heartburn. This is one of the common myths about heartburn. Learn what other myths are, and why they are not true.

10 Heartburn Facts You Should Know

Monday August 14, 2006
Did you know appropriately 60 million adult American suffer from heartburn at least once a month, and about 25 million adult American suffer from heartburn daily? This is one of ... Read More

"What Causes Heartburn" - Podcast

Monday August 7, 2006
Most everyone knows what it feels like to have heartburn, that burning sensation in the chest that sometimes comes on after a big meal. Download this podcast to learn about ... Read More

Why Heartburn Happens

Friday August 4, 2006
Not everyone who eats spicy foods will get heartburn. Why do some people suffer from heartburn while others do not?

Preventing Heartburn

Thursday August 3, 2006
Tips and self-help suggestions for preventing heartburn / acid reflux. Top 10 Heartburn Prevention Tips These are simple lifestyle changes you can make and tips you can follow that will ... Read More
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