If you've recently been diagnosed with GERD.

If you have suffered from chronic heart and GERD for a long time, you can check the latest research, find the best recipes to reduce acid reflux and find out how to live a heartburn-free life.

Preventing Heartburn

There are several ways in which you can prevent heartburn before it starts. These include lifestyle changes and preventive treatment.

Foods That Trigger Heartburn

Finding out what foods trigger your heartburn, along with careful diet planning, will be an important step in becoming symptom-free.

Prescription Drugs

There are many medications, both over-the-counter and prescription, that are used to treat heartburn and GERD. Here you will find a description of some of these.

Talking to Your Doctor About Treatments Options

Seeing your doctor for treatment of your GERD is important. What you discuss with your doctor is also important.

Complications of untreated GERD

If GERD is untreated, it can be harmful; the constant acid reflux will irritate the lining of the esophagus, and complications can occur.