Acid Reflux (GERD)
Heartburn, chest pain, regurgitation
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About Acid Reflux (GERD)
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) happens when a faulty valve at the base of the esophagus allows harsh stomach acid to escape upwards. This valve, the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), is meant to be a one-way gate, but when it doesn't seal properly, the resulting acid reflux can cause the familiar discomfort of heartburn and indigestion. In some individuals, this condition is linked to a hiatal hernia. The good news is that for most, relief can be found by adjusting diet and daily habits, though medications or surgical procedures are also options for those who need them.
Ginger
Verified Herb
Why it works:
Ginger is often considered helpful for managing acid reflux (GERD) because of its natural digestive and anti-inflammatory properties. Here’s why it can be effective:. Anti-inflamma...
Instructions:
1. Ginger Tea (most common & soothing). • Steep 2–3 thin slices of fresh ginger in hot water for 5–10 minutes.. • Drink it warm, ideally 20–30 minutes before meals to help digestio...
Warnings:
Possible Heartburn Trigger. • While ginger helps many people, in others it can actually worsen heart...
Studies:
Improved Gastric Motility (Prokinetic Action): A controlled...
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Chamomile
Verified Herb
Why it works:
Antispasmodic & anti-inflammatory actions. Chamomile contains flavonoids (e.g., apigenin) and sesquiterpenes (e.g., α-bisabolol, chamazulene) that show smooth-muscle–relaxing and a...
Instructions:
Tea infusion (most common). • Dose to prepare: Add ~3 g dried chamomile flowers to 150 mL freshly boiled water; cover and steep 5–10 min, then strain. This is a standard medicinal...
Warnings:
Allergy: Do not use if you’re allergic to chamomile or other Asteraceae (ragweed, chrysanthemums, da...
Studies:
There are no robust randomized trials of chamomile alone for...
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Licorice Root
Verified Herb
Why it works:
Mucosal-protective effect. Licorice contains flavonoids and other compounds that appear to stimulate mucus production and strengthen the protective mucous layer of the stomach and...
Instructions:
Use the DGL form (deglycyrrhizinated licorice). Regular licorice contains glycyrrhizin, which can cause serious adverse effects (see warnings). DGL has had glycyrrhizin removed and...
Warnings:
Do not assume DGL is totally risk-free. Although DGL has had glycyrrhizin removed, product quality v...
Studies:
Quality of evidence: evidence for DGL in gastric ulcers is s...
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Betaine HCl
Verified Supplement
Why it works:
Betaine HCl supplements your stomach's natural hydrochloric acid (HCl) to help improve digestion and reduce reflux symptoms. Here’s a breakdown of how it works:. • Improves digesti...
Instructions:
Start with a Low Dose. • Begin with one capsule/tablet containing 500–650 mg of Betaine HCl per meal.. • Take it with the first bite of a protein-containing meal (e.g., meat, eggs,...
Warnings:
Betaine HCl is not suitable for everyone:. • People with ulcers, gastritis, or taking NSAIDs may wor...
Studies:
Pilot Study on Gastric Reacidification Europe PMCStudy: A pi...
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Probiotics
Verified Supplement
Why it works:
Microbiome angle: Long-term acid suppression (PPIs) can disturb gut microbiota and is linked with small-intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). Probiotics may counter PPI-related d...
Instructions:
There aren’t universal dosing rules; use the exact product/strain/dose studied when possible. Examples from adult RCTs in reflux esophagitis:. Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lacti...
Warnings:
Not a substitute for proven GERD care. Use as an adjunct to guideline-directed therapy and lifestyle...
Studies:
Randomized controlled trials (adults, reflux esophagitis):Bi...
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Slippery Elm
Verified Herb
Why it works:
Slippery elm is effective for acid reflux because it creates a protective, soothing layer over the esophagus and stomach lining. This helps to reduce the burning, irritation, and i...
Instructions:
Slippery Elm Powder. Typical dose: 1–2 teaspoons (≈2–4 grams) 2–3 times daily.. How to use:. • Mix the powder with ½ cup (about 120 ml) of warm water.. • Stir until it forms a thic...
Warnings:
Avoid if you are allergic to slippery elm.. • Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult a healt...
Studies:
A clinical study published in Nutritional Research examined...
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Calcium
Verified Mineral
Why it works:
It neutralizes acid fast. Calcium carbonate directly reacts with gastric hydrochloric acid to form water and salts, rapidly raising pH and reducing pepsin activity—hence quick symp...
Instructions:
What to take: Over-the-counter calcium carbonate antacids (e.g., Tums/Rennie-type products). Check the exact strength on the label. DailyMed. How much & how often (typical OTC labe...
Warnings:
Don’t use daily/long-term without advice. OTC monograph and labels instruct against prolonged self-t...
Studies:
Human pH-monitoring studies (episodic heartburn):Aliment Pha...
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Melatonin
Verified Supplement
Why it works:
1. Increases Lower Esophageal Sphincter (LES) Tone. • GERD often happens because the LES (a muscular valve between the esophagus and stomach) is weak or relaxes inappropriately.. •...
Instructions:
How Melatonin Has Been Studied for GERD. Doses used in trials:. • 3 mg at bedtime (most common, sometimes sublingual).. • 6 mg at bedtime (often in functional heartburn or more res...
Warnings:
Possible side effects: daytime sleepiness, vivid dreams, dizziness, headaches.. Caution with: antico...
Studies:
Randomized & Controlled Trials2006 — Single-blind RCT (B...
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Marshmallow Root
Verified Herb
Why it works:
Demulcent, mucilage-rich film. Marshmallow root is unusually high in mucilage (gel-forming polysaccharides). In contact with water it forms a slick, bio-adhesive coating over irrit...
Instructions:
Authoritative dosing frameworks come from the EMA monograph; practical preparation methods are standard herbal practice.. Form & dose (adolescents/adults):. • Cold macerate (“herba...
Warnings:
Separating from other medicines: mucilage can delay absorption of concomitant medicines. Do not take...
Studies:
For GERD specifically: there are no high-quality clinical tr...
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Apple Cider Vinegar
Verified Remedy
Why it works:
Apple Cider Vinegar is acidic (mainly acetic acid). Counterintuitively, consuming a small amount diluted in water may help some people with acid reflux. The proposed reasons:. Impr...
Instructions:
1. Choose the Right ACV. • Use raw, unfiltered, organic apple cider vinegar (often labeled “with the mother”).. • Avoid highly processed or flavored versions.. 2. Dilution is Key....
Warnings:
If you have ulcers, severe GERD, or esophageal irritation, avoid ACV. Watch for worsening heartburn—...
Studies:
A randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind, crossover st...
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