Natural Acid Reflux Treatment - That Works!

If you suffer from acid reflux or have been diagnosed with GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) you will be aware of how much of an impact it can have on your life. Avoiding the pain and discomfort of acid heartburn can become a full-time pursuit. Unfortunately some of the traditional remedies that neutralise acid or prevent your stomach producing acid can work against your body's natural balance which will set up a cycle of heartburn. There are more natural treatments that will work with your body and help to balance your digestive system.

Make sure you support your digestion by eating probiotic yogurt each day. Yogurt drinks have become a popular way to do this but you could also by natural "live" yogurt instead. This will also help to restore the PH balance within your gut.Natural honey is also a great acid heartburn remedy. Including a couple of spoonfuls of natural honey in you diet will balance and soothe your digestive tract. Try to buy local honey or look for natural honey in the supermarket, it has higher soothing qualities than some blended honey. Lavender honey made by bees feeding on lavender can be particularly effectiveAloe Vera promotes healing and can be found in capsule form to be taken internally. It will soothe the damage to your esophagus and promote healing.Eat foods that are more alkaline and acid reflux diet can be very effective at controlling the condition while your body re-balances. Apples are a good alkali food that can bring instant and convenient relief to acid reflux. Also include plenty of green leafy vegetables in your diet.Try to include some licorice in your diet. It can be taken as a food supplement, but I allow the child in me to come out and chew on a licorice stick.Never go to bed on a really full stomach. Modern lifestyle means we often eat late, but this is really bad for sufferers of heartburn as it allows the acid produced to digest your meal to flow back up the esophagus as you lie in bed.

Finally make sure you are drinking enough water. This is probably the most important tip of all and it can be so simple. Drinking water allows your digestive system to work smoothly. High quantities of water will dilute the acidity and drinking water during an attack will flush escaping acid back into the stomach. 

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