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Heartburn / GERD Blog with Sharon Gillson August 2007 Archive

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

Books for Heartburn Sufferers

Friday August 31, 2007
If you or someone you know suffers from chronic heartburn, these books may help you to control the heartburn, and teach you how to use diet to release many of ... Read More

Heartburn / GERD Newsletter

Friday August 24, 2007
Sign up for the free Heartburn / GERD newsletter to get information on Heartburn-related material sent to your mailbox every week. Don't miss out on information you need. To sign ... Read More

Heartburn Forum

Friday August 24, 2007
About's Heartburn forum is the place where you can ask questions, express your opinion, and spread relevant information. Start a discussion! Some of the topic folders you will find on ... Read More

Why does persistent acid reflux sometimes lead to cancer?

Tuesday August 14, 2007
In research recently published, scientists discovered that people with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), particularly those with the GERD complication called Barrett’s esophagus, have altered cells in their esophagus containing ... Read More

Will Prilosec and Nexium Increase Your Risk of Heart Attacks?

Thursday August 9, 2007
The FDA has issued its conclusions regarding two small long-term clinical studies of patients with severe GERD. In these studies, patients were chosen to either receive treatment with medication (omeprazole ... Read More

Does the size of your waist increase your risk of Barrett's Esophagus?

Monday August 6, 2007
In recently conducted studies, researchers, including Douglas Corley, from Kaiser Permanente in Oakland, California, concluded there are independent associations between the risk of Barrett's esophagus and waist circumference, providing partial ... Read More

Heartburn - A Major Health Concern?

Friday August 3, 2007
For many people, an episode heartburn is just a harmless nuisance. It may be uncomfortable while it's happening, but nothing to worry about. Right? Chronic heartburn, especially if it isn't treated ... Read More

Heartburn Tip: Bland Diets and Heartburn Control

Friday August 3, 2007
A bland diet isn't bad for heartburn sufferers. In fact, it may make them feel better. But the bland diet alone will not cure heartburn caused by Gastroesophageal reflux disease, ... Read More
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