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Acid Reflux Home Remedy

Signs and Symptoms of Acid Reflux and Heartburn

Heartburn is a condition in which the liquid content of the stomach backs up (refluxes) into the esophagus. The most common and persistent symptom of Heartburn is a burning sensation centered in the middle of the chest and/or throat, brought on by stomach acid that churns up onto the lining of the esophagus.

Acid Reflux, also known as Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), is a condition which has many symptoms that are similar to heartburn. In many cases, people suffering from Acid Reflux typically suffer from persistent heartburn two or more days per week. In the long term, this can be very serious since, over time, the reflux of stomach acid can erode or wear away the delicate esophagus lining. This can then lead to scar tissue, which causes swallowing problems. GERD has also been linked to an increased risk of esophageal cancer. However, some people have Acid Reflux without heartburn. In such cases, symptoms include chest pain, wheezing, coarseness in the throat, breathing problems, a bitter taste in the mouth, dry coughing, interrupted sleep, tightness in the throat, and halitosis or bad breath. Acid reflux can also lead to regurgitation of acid into the mouth, often due to overeating or bending down or going to bed right after a meal.

Causes of Acid Reflux

Just like other health conditions, there is not one specific cause of Acid Reflux and Heartburn. However, a malfunction of a band of muscle tissue called the Lower Esophageal Sphincter (LES) can ultimately lead to many of the problems and symptoms associated with Acid Reflux and Heartburn. The LES is a complex area of smooth muscles and various hormones, which is responsible for the opening and closing of the lower end of the esophagus when we eat and swallow. It normally keeps the stomach contents from regurgitating, but due to certain physical conditions it can weaken and lose its contraction control. If this happens, the LES fails to close up and cannot maintain the pressure barrier between stomach and esophagus. As a result, acid and pepsin from the stomach can back up and cause acidity and heartburn in the esophagus.

The most common causes of Acid Reflux and Heartburn include:

stress
some antidepressants and sedatives
elevated hormone levels during pregnancy
eating before going to bed
eating large meals
slower emptying of the stomach
frequently eating greasy, fried, and fatty foods
smoking
alcohol
drinking lots of bubbly (carbonated) beverages such as soda
diseases that weaken the esophageal muscle (such as scleroderma, mixed connective tissue disease, or hiatal hernias)

Home Remedies and Natural Cures for Acid Reflux Treatment

Acid Reflux Home Remedy Using Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple Cider Vinegar is an amazing remedy for Acid Reflux. It may sound bizarre to drink an acid as a cure for an acid problem, but there are good acids and bad acids and Apple Cider Vinegar is among the good ones.

Add 1 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar to 1/2 glass of water.
Sip this glass of water while eating your dinner.

Herbal Remedy for Acid Reflux Using Ginger Root

Ginger Root is an amazing natural herb that is known to absorb stomach acid and have the secondary effect of calming the nerves. For an effective natural remedy from the symptoms of acid reflux, try the following:

Purchase ginger root capsules from a natural health food or nutritional store.
Regularly take one capsule immediately after dinner.

Natural Cure for Acid Reflux Using Fennel Seeds

Fennel Seed is an aromatic but powerful herb that helps in digestive conditions and has many other benefits. Fennel seeds contain a compound known as Anethole, which is known to suppress spasms of the stomach or gastrointestinal tract spasms. Therefore, it is considered to be an effective remedy for Acid Reflux.

Take half a tea spoon of Fennel Seeds and chew them slowly after your meals.

Using Anise and Lavender Tea as a Remedy for Heartburn

Here is a tea that you can make to help relieve the symptoms of heartburn, since it reduces the amount of acid you have in your stomach. Note that some variants of this remedy suggest adding peppermint, but this is NOT recommended since peppermint is known to relax the LES (described earlier), which is exactly what you don't want to do.

Mix together equal amounts of aniseed and lavender.
Boil 2 1/2 cups of distilled water.
Pour the boiling water over a teaspoon of the herbal mixture.
Let this tea sit for 3 to 5 minutes.
Strain the tea and add a little bit of honey as a natural sweetener.
Drink up to 8 oz of this tea in the morning and 8 oz in the evening to get relief from acid reflux or heartburn.

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Reader Comments

Posted by Anonymous on Jul 03 2009 18:11:08

Cure Heartburn Naturally Now Over 40 million American adults suffer from heartburn. And most have no idea that you can cure it without antacids. Here are six effective, all-natural alternatives: 1. Ginger Root - Research shows ginger can strengthen the lower esophageal sphincter (LES). Add one-half teaspoon of freshly grated gingerroot to a cup of hot water. Let the ginger steep for 10 minutes. Strain the ginger and drink. 2. Peppermint – You can take peppermint in capsule form. But for optimal effect, get fresh peppermint. Place a wad of peppermint leaves between your molars and chew for a minute before swallowing. The calming effect on your stomach is almost immediate. 3. D-Limonene –It’s an extract from orange peel that’s highly effective. In one study, 90% of the people reported complete relief of their heartburn symptoms in just two weeks. What’s more, the effect lasted for six months after they stopped taking it.8 Take 1000 mg every other day for 20 days. Then take a maintenance dose as needed. You can find D-limonene at your local health food store. 4. Zinc – Zinc has incredibly powerful gastro-protective effects. One study compared zinc to famotidine (the over-the-counter drug Pepcid). The result? Patients in the zinc group experienced identical symptom relief to those who took Pepcid.9 You can find zinc at any health food store or even your local grocery store. Aim for 96 mg of elemental zinc per day. 5. Betaine Hydrochloride and Pepsin – This may seem a little counterintuitive. But taking hydrochloric acid (HCL) and pepsin (a digestive enzyme) with every meal can eliminate heartburn symptoms. It also helps break down your food. This ensures you get all the vitamins, minerals and nutrients you need. In fact, thousands of heartburn patients have experienced relief as a result of taking an HCL and pepsin combination.10 I’ve found it to be the case for many of my patients as well. Take one 600 mg capsule before each meal. You can find betaine HCL combined with pepsin at your local vitamin shop. 6. Mastic Gum Extract w/ DGL – Mastic gum has been used for thousands of years to heal heartburn. Studies even suggest that mastic gum can kill H.Pylori.11 You can often find it combined with deglycyrrhizinated licorice (DGL) at your health food store. Traditional Chinese medicine has long used licorice for its ability to soothe and coat the stomach. Look for a formula that contains 1 gram of mastic gum extract and 760 mg of DGL.

Posted by systemtampon on Jun 29 2009 23:23:14

these suggestions and article are idiotic.

Posted by Elpidio Amayo on Jun 29 2009 14:27:38

Most of Acid Reflux can be eliminated with Tepache drink made with tibicos. Look it up on google, for vendor or someone might offer you some. To your health. Elpidio

Posted by tl on Jun 23 2009 11:04:53

alfredo zotti- i like your idea- do you suggest any other foods too- i want to cure myself of acid reflux and i have heard apples and carrots work great but what else can i eat- i know to avoid spicy foods, caffeine, etc.. but what about salt and i hear dairy is good if fat-free- I need help everyone LOl

Posted by alfredo zotti on Jun 23 2009 05:10:29

I think that for those who have severe reflux it would be of great help to eat just nice apples and carrots (or carrot juice) for two weeks. Drink plenty of clean water and try not to have problems. You can eat bananas too but very ripe. You will feel better. No smoking. no alcohol and no coffee otherwise it is pointless. Sleep on your left side

Posted by lonnie taylor on Jun 17 2009 01:53:34

i had very bad reflux,so bad that i was afraid to go to sleep at night cause id wake the whole house hacking up whatever i ate my aunt told me to drink aloe vera juice and it worked wonders just drink half a glass with every meal and you should be fine

Posted by Evie on Jun 09 2009 21:34:14

I have throat inflamation from acid reflux, in my throat that it stings when i talk. Has anyone had success with the "organic throat coat tea"?? I'm desprate.I can't take this any more.

Posted by Anonymous on Jun 07 2009 20:51:44

I read in the book \\'your body many cries for water\\' that what you need to do for GERD is to drink lots of water to keep body hydrated. When the pain comes on drink 2-3 cups water and continue to do so every 2-3 hours. To alleviate problem, make it a practice to drink 6-8 glasses of water a day. Sounds very simple, but it works.

Posted by Loisroselyn on Jun 05 2009 16:32:05

I suggest Peruvian Maca. So far it's been terrific!

Posted by Nadisha on Jun 01 2009 18:58:46

i would like to know how much of the olive oil i should take and how often...i tried every thing else and the apple cider helps at times and sometimes the apple works

Posted by tony on May 27 2009 18:15:20

Yes oatmeal is good Remember to chew your food very well,and slowly, no liquids if possible until 30 min after eating. No smoke, no caffeine, Eat more fiber, fiber.....

Posted by renee on May 25 2009 00:12:26

Hi everyone, my father is suffering from acid reflux very badly, that even when he drinks water he coughs it back up. He is unable to hold anything on his stomach. We tried the vinegar and water it worked for a little while, but he\\'s still going through same problem. Can anyone help!

Posted by Danny on May 24 2009 20:38:30

Hello. I have been having severe reflux for the past three weeks---Tightness in the chest and Back and Generally feeling like Crap with shortness of Breath. I am taking Omprezole which has worked fine until recently. I started searching the web for relief and came across a Home Remedy for Reflux---Raw Un refined Honey---Two Tablespoons Morning amd Night. I have been taking it for two days now with some relief but will give it a few moew days before making any decisions as to the effectiveness of Honey.

Posted by sue on May 24 2009 16:19:10

i constantly am very very nauaseaus,it feels as i am going to vomit,cannot do anything but lay down.........help.i am 53,and was active

Posted by lisa on May 23 2009 03:51:12

i am really suffering from acid reflux but no official confirmation with the doctor. now i am taking fosamax for my osteopenia. this is a once a week. but really, the side effect is hurting me. it gives mo so much pain in my stomach. just last night i was awaken by this burning senation from my stomach. please waht shall i do to ease the pain i am having now. anyone can help me, please////

Posted by Karla on May 21 2009 00:27:02

I would like to thank everyone for their suggestions,there was a moment I felt so alone with this condition, and when I would try and explain it to my husband ...he just couldn't fathem the pain I sffered night after night. I will try the apple cidar, and the Virgin Olive oil...whish me luck :-)

Posted by Lucy on May 19 2009 12:22:04

I was diagnosed with GERD 14 years ago and have been on daily medication ever since. Started out on Prilosec, then Nexium, and now for the past 3 years ZEGERID, which by the way works wonders. I never thought medication for GERD was bad for me until reading posts on the internet. Why would my doctor have me taking medication for 14 years straight ? I am probably 25 pounds overweight and have heartburn regardless if I eat or not. I do eat the wrong foods but even when I have tried to be careful, I still have heartburn. I lost 30 lbs a couple of years ago and still had heartburn. I have found I can eat and drink almost everything as long as I take my 40mg of ZEGERID daily. Wine is the exception. OW! A few times a year, I do get this horrble painful spasm feeling that starts in my stomach and slowly climbs through the middle of my chest up to my throat. It lasts about a minute of two and usually happens in the middle of the night. Not sure what that is, but I told my doctor and he didn't seem to concerned. All I know is that is sure does hurt. Anyway, I am going to try some of the remedies suggested and see how I do. I will first have to muster up the courage to discard my daily fix of ZEGERID. Keep your fingers crossed!

Posted by monica on May 17 2009 10:31:50

I have had acid reflux for 18 years now. I used to be on medicine, but for some reason I was taken off of it. The medicine usually helped, but now I am just screwed. My main problem is that I LOVE tomatoes and anything that contains them. Obviously, this is bad for my reflux. I have tried to take some of the over-the-counter medicine, but none of it works. Also, my digestive system is very odd and doesn't act like those of normal people. I think this is partially due to the acid reflux. Has anyone tried the home remedies before? [Oh, I also have hypo-thyroidism.]

Posted by Melissa on May 04 2009 11:11:50

this is to Tina. The white tongue sounds like it could be a yeast or bacterial infection. Try testing yourself for Candida. Take half a glass of water and spit in it. Check the water every 15 minutes for up to an hour. If your saliva is suspended at the top of the water with strings (like legs)or \\"cloudy\\" saliva or cloudy specks suspended in water,you have a potential problem with Candida. If the saliva is still floating after an hour the Candida is under control.Candida can cause a number of digestive problems including GERD/acid reflux.If you have Candida(yeast) you need to starve down the yeast.No sugars or anything that turns to sugar. No mold or anything containing mold or fungus. You should not eat cheese,vinegar,mushrooms,mayonnaise,mustard, or ketchup.You can eat protein: meat,eggs,&protein powder.Fats: olive oil, coconut oil, almonds, almond butter.Good Carbohydrates: non-starchy carbohydrates,fresh or frozen berries,lemons,grapefruit(no other fruit),beans(chili is great).Hope this helps!God bless!

Posted by heather b on Apr 29 2009 00:35:46

After about 17 years of severe epigastric pain under and to the right of my sternum I was finally diagnosed with a rare esophageal disorder called Achalasia. 1 in 100,000 have it. The lower esophageal sphincter does not work properly and is closed most of the time. Acid along with gas seems to work its way up and can't get back down causing the pain. The only thing I have found to help my condition is a complete change in eating habits. An alkaline(low acid) diet kept me pain free for months. I went off it and was back in pain. ACV and all the proton inhibitors they've had me on do nothing. Raw fuits and veggies, no dairy(some cultured dairy seems to be ok),no soda, tea, sweets and very little meat seem to be the way to go. A juicer is great to have as well. So, if you're not happy with gerd as your diagnosis and food seems to stick halfway down and/or you have signifigant weightloss ask your doctor if achalasia is a possibility. It is found through an endoscopy only. For 17 years no one suggested that this was what my problem was. It is RARE. Hope this helps.

Posted by rolly on Apr 25 2009 19:23:05

My wife is suffering from acid reflux a week ago, I remember my friends advise to take Edhawa Feralant and after 1hour she vomit all the acid from her stomach not including the food and she was relief from heartburn feeling. This is a very good herbal medicine no side effect all natural.

Posted by Virg on Apr 15 2009 11:23:08

Having a lot of the same problems with GERD while taking Prevacid. This will be short term because I hate meds. Researching home remedies and found we all need to consider our diet as commented by many. Look up the Alkaline/Acid Diet and stick to those alkaline foods/drinks. I can see I have been eating the wrong foods while even taking the meds. Hello!

Posted by Pat on Apr 11 2009 11:35:37

I am also reading alot of your comments the medication Prilosec will make you feel worst it can give you worst acid reflux make you feel sick to your stomach ,diarrhea, colitis ,vomiting, it will kill it will give you high blood pressure the list goes on and on the doctor don't tell you all the systems and pharmacy only tells you the ones that happen the most. read what I have to say below

Posted by Pat on Apr 11 2009 11:23:04

For those with acid reflux this is what helped me First throw the medication in the garbage second a cup of Aloe vera juice first thing in the morning (where to get it GNC) if you are getting heart burn you can try Extra virgin olive oil, if you are having throat problem try Organic Throat coat tea made by Traditional Medicinals (where to get it GNC) you can also try DGL by Enzymatic two just before a meal they are chewable this will help until you get it under control (where to get it GNC) I also take once a month a chewable ACIDOPHILUS it is stomach bacteria as you get older you have less and after taking medication for years that didn't work you are lacking the Bacteria becouse the medication killed it all. Food to stay away from sweet food fruit, cookies, junk food, I am not fat but diesel and cut I would jug 5 to 8 miles a day but had a sweet tooth still do but cut way back and have a big improvement in the way I feel. try it

Posted by Dave on Apr 10 2009 23:25:12

I have suffered with acid reflux for years. I found eating Joseph\\\\\\\\'s brand oatmeal cookies in the evening before bedtime has virtually cured the acid reflux problem at night. I buy the sugar free because I am also diabetic. I am not affiliated in any way with this company. I tried many other oatmeal cookies and Instant Oatmeal, etc but no other oatmeal cookie or product really works for me except these cookies. I think they also sell an oatmeal cookie with nuts mixed in but I won\\\\\\\\'t buy these as I found nuts add to my acid problems so I buy the plain oatmeal cookie. I have given these cookies to three other people I know that suffer from acid reflux and these cookies have worked for them also. They are hard to find in the grocery store so I buy on-line. www.josephslitecookies.com. Hope this helps.

Posted by BILAL LATIF on Apr 04 2009 09:39:49

my stomach problem starts from last year in april.when the problem starts i feel that i am going to die after very next second but after some months when i was diagnosed that i have stomach problem i take omeprazole with that i feel better but i am not permanently perfect my stomach gas flow is towards my brain which disturbs me throughout the day.sometimes i also have acidic stress on my stomach.i am 22 years old male from pakistan

Posted by A on Mar 27 2009 18:48:53

Reply to "Z's" comment. It sounds more like you have a hiatal hernia. They can do an endoscopy or barium swallow to determine so or not. Fortunately, they also have a procedure to help relieve some of your symptoms. If you are a girl my doctor suggested waiting till you were done having children to have this surgery performed. That's what I'm waiting on now. It feels like forever away!

Posted by kim on Mar 10 2009 10:10:51

Thanks for all the advice everyone-hope I find my remedy today.

Posted by bess on Mar 07 2009 11:37:50

I have been taking diffirent medication reflux for many many years. I am 69 years old and tired of trying so many drugs. I would really like to get off them, so I am going to try the other method,like the vinegar. Right now I have eaten an apple and I am drinking honey with ginger. Please, if you know of any thing diffirent, please let me know.

Posted by anonymous on Mar 06 2009 09:52:57

Iam going through the same thing...acid reflux,sick stomach,diahrea,vomiting, the whole deal. I've been on Prilosec for 1 1/2 years and the side effects are awful..rapid heart, muscle aches, sweating, nausea,headaches etc. Trying the ACV and baking soda and water with honey. Working so-so and on 4th day. Today Iam sick, but will NOT go back to the Prilosec. Am going to try the virgin olive oil and apples. Good luck to you all.

Posted by Z on Mar 06 2009 04:44:55

im going insane with burping. it been going on for 4 months now and ive tried everything - chewing fennel seeds, chewing garlic, drinking peppermint tea - and nothing seems to help. i cant even breathe properly. i take esomeprazole twice a day (its now been 3 days) and it doesnt help one bit. there is a dull pain in my stomach and pain in my chest too. i am getting tested for h-pylori, but i need to know an instant remedy for this.

Posted by Anonymous on Feb 28 2009 17:40:45

This one is for Daniel (on Feb 20 2009 01:58:00): Your symptoms sound very much like mine. This is a very different pain from heatburn. I went several years having these upper adomanial pains on and off and of varying degrees of pain. Sometimes after a spicy or fried meal I would have this pain along with burping. The pain would come on suddenly and disappear as quickly as it came on. Later they found I had gall stones on a CT scan. Here is a description of gall bladder symptoms. Chest pain in the right side or upper adomanial pains (caused by stones in the bile duct or inflammation or swelling of the gallbladder itself). Nausea or queasiness, vomiting and gas are frequent. There may or may not be belching or burping. The gall bladder, which sits just below the rib cage to the right of the stomach, is very tender to touch. It can be so painful that it takes your breath away. You may not be able to walk without bending over. Sometimes the pain radiates through to the back shoulder blade on the right side or in the middle between the shoulder blades. This is pain from the gallbladder being referred to the back of the shoulder. This back shoulder blade chest pain is one of the most common yet unknown symptoms of a gallbladder disorder. This can come and go or be constant. It may be sharp, excruciating or dull. It may also occur especially at night. An gallbladder attack will typically last for one to four hours.

Posted by Derrick on Feb 27 2009 03:28:50

I have GERD, I started taking 20mg omeprazole it worked but was expensive and possibly dangerous so I stopped taking the meds and now have radically changed my diet and it seems to be working. I use alkaline foods to balance the symptoms. I noticed cheese makes my throat close and sometimes I cant even drink water. I use lemon water as a constant tonic and its working. To everyone who has GERD dont give up just see the opportunity to change your life towards health. I still try and eat fried and other acidic foods but they generally make me sick so Im getting sick of them. The one think I worry about is my weigtloss. I have got to keep enough food coming in to keep up with my output of energy but salads, veggies and fruits sometimes just cant do it. Well good luck all

Posted by Ralph on Feb 23 2009 10:31:19

I hear ya all. I went through the feeling I had a lump in my throat about three years ago, back and forth to regular doctor treating me for cold symptoms. Finally ENT (like Kris) found the problem and gave me previcid. But hear is the other trick, gave me a mouthwash to gargle that has Maalox and something that numbs. Worked great, doctor keeps me bottle on the occassion it flares back up. I also have Gastroparesis (paralized stomach). I have found cokes seem to help (strange)and eating an apple at night. They say now to take the skin off. In fact I have been reading to eat apple sauce instead. Good luck to all, for the good old days when I could eat anything, oh yea I still do, but just not as much.

Posted by Daniel on Feb 20 2009 01:58:00

I have upper adomanial pain now for about one year. I berp alot, but I can eat just about anything and don"t have heartburn. At the beginning of the problem, doctor told me I have hyplore they gave me pills but I still have pains. I don"t know what the hell I have. Anybody has any advise please....

Posted by kris on Feb 17 2009 19:44:44

after having strep throat 3 months ago i still had the feeling something was stuck in my throat & had chest pain on the right side. I saw an ENT the first of this month & he said it was acid. he put me on prilosec 20mg once a day. i have not had any relief of this feeling that something is stuck in my throat. He said to try the prilosec at least 2 months. Does anyone know of something that might help?

Posted by Hazel on Feb 17 2009 01:10:03

Andy, I have suffered with acid reflux for years. I take the famous purple pill, Nexium. It helps for the most part, if I take it daily.But they are expensive so I take one every other day.The feeling that you have something hung in your throat is possibly an ulser in your throat, caused from the acid reflux. I had the uncontrolable need to swallow constantly, making the problem even worse. After a night in the ER and an upper GI,that's what I was told.Oh Yeah! Awarning to all... If you begin to have mussle spasms while taking prilosic,or nexium it's the med's.

Posted by Andy callum on Feb 13 2009 23:15:23

ive sufferred from acid reflux before though the zantac pills did eventually remove the problem. i have just recovered from the flu and for some strange reason the reflux is back , now im not suffering from any heartburn or major discomfort but i have the feeling that something is lodged in my throat which can be quite un pleasant but i dont have the usual reflux symtoms , i eat alot of fruit and veg though my diet could be better , i have found using a apple or carrot can help in the getting rid of reflux and the apple vinegar does reduce the pain eventually but how can i get the feeling of something lodged in my throat to clear up?? is it acid reflux?? can anyone help??

Posted by Anonymous on Feb 01 2009 23:01:30

I recommend lifestyle changes before medication. I took Prilosec and had OD symptoms even though I was on a regular dose. I was on 20mg a day. Symptoms were: * confusion * drowsiness * blurred vision * fast or pounding heartbeat * nausea * vomiting * sweating * flushing (feeling of warmth) * full feeling in my head * dry mouth, very thirsty I also experienced: * constipation * dizziness * tooth and gum decay and pain * left upper back/shoulder pain * severe stomach cramps * rash * itching all over my body, mainly chest and arms * my feet and ankles were swollen * difficulty breathing * muscle spasms, * tingling in my face, lips, and limbs

Posted by Ayanna on Jan 27 2009 22:20:13

My 10 years old daughter is sufferring with GERD so badly right now I don't know what to do. So far nothing I've tried has helped. I feel so helpless. I just want to make her feel better. I will try to apple cider vineger. Right now all day she suffers. She always feel as if someone is standing on her chest, that's how much her chest hurts, she throws up all the time, coughs non stop, and now she's complaning that the food she eats does not taste good. I am afraid for my baby.

Posted by claudia on Jan 27 2009 16:56:22

for the comment i wrote early about under neath my chest i meant my stomach.

Posted by claudia on Jan 27 2009 16:47:53

i have bad acid reflux but i dont feelit on my chest or my throat i feelit undrer neath my chest it burns so bad i start sweating alot that i have to make my self puke please if somoone have a remedy for these send it to me or postit please the nezium medication is not helping me anymore.

Posted by jamie on Jan 22 2009 15:06:55

I had acid reflux when i was pregnant really bad and i read and read on it cause i was puking and chest pain and i knew i was not nausea so one day i found in the book Back to Eden which is a great book i read that leaf majoram was my savior i usually put it in my tea its a spice u add to ur food but i actually started growing it and eat the leaves when i know its gonna bug me or if it starts up and stuff comes up and it helps so much expecially if it is really bad i hope this helps some of u

Posted by Cyrstal on Jan 22 2009 04:15:41

I suffer from acid reflux (I think). This is what happens: I got to sleep and for some reason I awake suddenly and my chest and throat is burning, I can't catch my breath, non-stop coughing, and I feel like I'm gonna die. Is there anything that can be taken when this occurs to stop all of the above sypthoms (I know I spelled that wrong)? I take tums or drink water but, the burning and coughing continues for hours. This usually happens at least twice a month. I open to all suggestions. Thanks and have a great week/weekend.

Posted by Dave on Jan 20 2009 02:26:32

I am 40 years old and have recently been suffering from reflux so bad that it wakes me from a sound sleep. The acid burning sensation in my throat is often so bad that it causes me to caugh which forces even more acid up into my throat and even sinus cavity. I take about 300mg of OTC Zantac 2x a day and it does provide some relief but I have concerns taking these meds and what they are doing to my body. I am so despirate that tonight I literally broke out in tears from the pain. I never cry! I keep baking soda and a bottle of water next to the bed which kills the burn nearly instantly when an attack occurs. I noticed that adjustments in my diet does help but I can't live on a bland diet forever. I notice also these attacks often follow a stressful days activities so some lifestyle changes are being self-prescribed! What helps is lying on my left side elevated (stomach is L shaped) and keeps most fluid below the esophagus. I can't stand doctors and their pharmacutical kickback solutions so I will try the apple vinegar or olive oil home remedy first but I really would like some input on how to handle the attacks when they do happen. What works best for you? I am interested in my fellow sufferers responses and I empathize with anyone who suffers from this because as my partner gets her sleep next to me, I am awake at 2:30 am on a discussion board loosing valuable sleep!

Posted by Courtney on Jan 17 2009 01:05:52

I am 9 months pregnant and suffering from terrible indegestion... I have been living off of TUMS for 9 months, but after a bowl of Chilli tonight, needed something better... I am trying the Extra Virgin Olive Oil and a cold glass of milk... here's to trying to feeling better...

Posted by PatNP on Jan 15 2009 10:32:39

It has been two months and no acid refluxs. I have been drinking 8oz of Aloe vera juice every othere day when I feel any thing remotely like acid reflux coming on I take a tablespoon of extra vigin olive oil for my throat a drink a cup of Organic Throat coat tea with a teaspoon of honey in it (it is made by Traditional Medicinals) I do not use but if you have really bad RF drink a teaspoon of apple cider vineger with water it will help but it will take a month or more before you see results with it. Throw the medication in the garbage it is only killing your body more then the acid reflux.

Posted by zandrajordan on Jan 09 2009 08:00:41

i'm at computer trying to get somehelp on ruflux'' my symtoms are flu-like nausated-burning int o thoart-left-sideburning headach back cant sleep been goin on for ysr's dr. say hiail hernial same thing. as i sit at computer im got the viergoout/vigin olive oil..... help me now!thanks

Posted by will on Jan 07 2009 13:50:26

have been suffering from acid reflux for nearly a year now and still not under control. still suffering from pains in stomach and chest pain also have developed dry eyes. currently taking omeprazole 80 mg once day and metroclopramide 3 times a day .did have h. pylori last april which did go after treatment also suffer from bad asthma

Posted by Danielle on Jan 06 2009 09:42:47

My boyfriend has acid reflux and he takes his meds regurally, but he still gets so sick that he refuses to eat or he says that he will vomit. We'll try the apples and all of the other ideas. thanks!

Posted by Tony on Dec 29 2008 08:07:10

I have had acid reflux for the past 3 years, many trips to the ER thinking I was having a heart attack based on the pains to the chest. I take Nexium 20 mg once, sometimes twice a day when needed, nothing seems to help. I'm now trying the orange peel extract 1000mg for 20 days and 2 tea spoons of apple cider vinegar with 8oz of water with meals, O what a relief. Six days and counting and no side effects, thank God

Posted by JD on Dec 25 2008 21:45:51

2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar, 1/4 tsp. baking soda and 8 oz. of water once a week has helped my acid reflux. Also refrain from eating fried foods and over-eating. I had scar tissue form on my esophagus from the acidity, and had trouble swallowing food.

Posted by Jane on Dec 24 2008 23:31:57

I've had eosiniphilic esophagitis recently, dry eyes, mouth and sinuses - little taste and smell. I found out it was all caused by a severe dairy allergy - I was eating cheese 4 to 5 times a day for hypoglycemia and my body freaked out with the EE on Nov 7 - my last day of cheese. Prior to that I had swollen glands in my neck, sinus headaches, aching eyes and eczema on my eyelids, neck and back. I went through dairy "withdrawals" - it's been 7 weeks now - but as of yesterday my saliva has returned - I can smell again and the tastebuds are starting to wake up. My GERD is now only IBD and I'm careful about what I eat - am taking acidophilus with FOS, a magnesium/calcium supplement, fish oil, buffered vitamin C & a good multivitamin. I used no drugs during it all - only the buffered vitamin C for reactions, ate small meals frequently and plenty of water. I did use the apple cider vinegar the first few weeks when the GERD was really bad. It helped a lot. Now it's like the dairy is "unmasking" all the symptoms I had and slowly my body is healing.

Posted by Gena on Dec 14 2008 17:28:54

I want to say thank you to all who posted here. Prilosec and other acid suppressing drugs may work but they have dangerous side effects and after 3 years my dad started developing bacterial pneumonia almost every other month, no kidding! Our pharmacist told us these drugs are only good for SHORT TERM and cause stomach cancer/pneumonia/depetion of B12, etc. I have been weaning my dad off his 20mg. Prilosec 2x day (we are supposed to WEAN SLOWLY off and go SLOW as the stomach needs to re-adjust apparently) but he is still getting bacterial pneumonia even though we are down to 1/3 capsule morning and night now!!!! I am using extra-virgin pine nut oil *the Chinese and Russians use this for all gastric problems (siberiantigernaturals.com has good info) and we use digestive enzymes/DGL licorice/calcium citrate at every meal (this helps as he doesn't need Tums any more but he still has some reflux) We have been able to let go of all other antacids which he used to take regularly as well so something is working here. I am going to try "oil of Oregeno" and also the black licorice someone here recommended. I am going to also try 5 teas. a day of the extra pine nut oil (instead of 3 teas.) as it does seem to be working but it takes time and then we'll see if we can eliminate the Prilosec entirely. Also, what I understand is that H.pylori is not really the cause although it is often blamed as some who are tested come up negative and still have gastric reflux. The understanding I have come to is it is caused by excessive free-radical damage and needs to be healed. I got this info from the siberian tiger naturals info site. God bless you all and keep trying to heal naturally as all drugs are meant for short term use otherwise you will experience side effects as they are not natural or healthy to the body.

Posted by Zinnia on Dec 11 2008 21:57:33

Hello everyone, I had same problem for over 3 months, sore throat,heartburn constantly,pain in the lower left stomach, pain in the middle of the breast feeling like food doesn't go down. I just discovered I was 5 weeks pregnant, I tried Zantac twice a day, helps a little any Idea how to cure it like gone forever, I also sleep like setting down all the time now. feeling like I have asthma or something my throat is hurt.I need help.

Posted by Rodney on Dec 10 2008 01:19:25

The last month or two, I've been awaken to acid taste in my mouth so bad, I couldn't stand it. Now the last two weeks, I haven't been able to taste much of anything, like its been scalded & the taste buds are damaged. Would this be from acid reflux?

Posted by Victoria on Dec 05 2008 17:43:26

Be tested for H pylori - insist on it!

Posted by Tina on Nov 30 2008 09:56:36

Hi, I got really sick after tetracycline and advils. Burning so badly in gut. 2 weeks of prevacid helped but then I became nauseated to everything and all meds, chemically sensitive. Now, I have burning all the time, a hot prickly pepper burn in nose, mouth, throat with irriation and stomach IF I drink any water. Does the water wash away protective saliva? I feel like I have 1000s of sores in mucous membranes. Even my skin burns. HELP?! Anyone know what is happening? I noticed Joan, Patrick Yew and Rosee had some similar complaints - please explain to me and how you are fixing this?! Thanks. Plus awful taste in mouth (bad) and white tongue all the time since all this started over 2.5 months ago. The burning feeling has escalated to this now, and causes me panic/anxiety too. I have it all the time, and much worse when digesting and when I drink which is only with meals now because the foods helps coat throat.

Posted by Linda on Nov 29 2008 11:11:14

My husband tried the extra virgin olive oil and he slept all night with out taking baking soda,tums, or the purple pill. YEAH!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you whoever recommended it!

Posted by babes on Nov 25 2008 14:11:03

hi,im been suffer my stomach acid for two year and half,omeprazole 20mg is the best for stomach acid.other wise stomach acid forever if will not be careful food to eat..i been try to drink milk never been work with me..all i know about milk is giving more acid stomach and also milk is good for the bone.code liver oil is good for the stomach acid none giving acid feeling good inside stomach..all need to do is away the fatty food ,will body need fatty food,i eat fatty food sometimes its help to get use its to stomach and acceptable.im skinny women sinse im taking codliver oil,calcium,vitamis,for my acid stomach its helping me,and make me feel better my self..so now i put on my weight.guys dont follow this if you not sure.......this is shareng for mylife

Posted by Roger on Nov 22 2008 12:35:07

Help for Acid Reflux 1-Gastrosoothe-chewable tabs-licorise calming (source naturals) 2-Regular Cabbage leaf or Oriental market has capsules. 3-American Health Chewable Super Papaya Enzyme Plus 4-Probiotics adds clean bacteria to help digestion 5-Apple Cider Vinegar-Mothers brand

Posted by Pat N P on Nov 15 2008 14:29:46

Some feed back apple cider vineger did not work for me ginger didn't work for me last night I had pizza and it killed me I tried every thing then I remembered and old Italian person tell me about extra virgin olive oil I took a table spoon of it in about 10 15 min. I felt pretty good no more reflux. I have also had trouble with my throat and I have been drinking A tea called Organic throat coat with a teaspoon of honey in it and now after two days my throat is feeling better too. it has Licorice root in it taste good too.

Posted by Dawn on Nov 12 2008 00:55:17

I suffer with Acid Reflux pretty badly. It doesn't flare up often, but when it does, the pain is SO intense! Added to which, I'm physically throwing up. After reading this, I now have a cold glass of milk in front of me. I'll let you all know if it works.

Posted by Pat N P on Nov 11 2008 12:31:44

I have acid reflux I am going to try all of them and let you know what I think. Thanks all.

Posted by sasmita on Nov 01 2008 06:38:51

my 10 year old daughter is suffering from acid reflux (nausea , flatulence , loss of appetite ) which disturb her sleep for last 6 months . She is on homeopathy treatment but with no result . we already tried allopathy treatment . Does anyone have this problem and if so do you have any idea's what I can do to help this? I have been to my doctor but she hasn't done much for me. Please help

Posted by ivo on Oct 27 2008 00:13:00

I have a terrible taste in my mouth and i think i may have acid reflux. What type of dr should i see? Anyone knows how to get rid of the taste? help

Posted by Andrea Berry on Oct 18 2008 14:21:15

I to have sjogrens syndrome and have exaxtly the same problems as you describe. I use a homeopathic remedy called Natrum Phos 6x. I suck 2 on my tongue after lunch and dinner. It seems to be working pretty well so far.

Posted by Greg on Oct 18 2008 12:29:46

Actually,everybody thinks if you have heartburn or Acid reflux you have too much acid so you take an acid reducer or "Tums". In actuality you don't have enough acid in your stomach and the items I just mention actually produce acid but in a bad way. Drink some ACV (apple cider vinegar) actually is better for you and does a better job. I drink it straight out of the bottle (the organic type). Although it will make you shutter when you drink it, it instantly takes care of the problem. You can also put 1 tablespoon of ACV and mix it in 8 oz. of water and drink it. Do this on a regular basis, even though you don't feel it, and you'll never have it again. I do and haven't had heartburn since.

Posted by Jill on Oct 17 2008 23:23:26

I'd be categorized as the world's biggest idiot. I drink nothing but Coke or Pepse all day, coffee in the morning, don't eat until dinner, smoke my brains out, and yet still I sit here googling :acid reflux" because I'm so addicted to the soda it's rediculous. And go figure... the purple pill crap didn't work for me either. I'm seriously a fool. ;) Best of luck to all in fixing this rediculous problem. Oh, and by the way, for after eating bloating/nausea, Activated Charcoal works every time. But for nasty acid that even makes you nauseaus, I can't find anything that'll work. Gotta change the diet, hands down. P.S. Oh, and I had pizza for dinner. ;)

Posted by ellie on Oct 07 2008 15:12:20

In Egypt, they cook the fenugreek in organic black molasses, with sesame, cherris seeds powder(which they call it Mehlab),and some olive oil, they eat it in breakfast, and for the mome who breast feed the baby, it is delecious.

Posted by Rose on Sep 15 2008 10:53:18

I have acid reflux and am taking Protonix, which sometimes does not help at all! I was told that drinking a papaya shake (fresh papaya, water, and a little sugar in the blender) is an awesome natural remedy.....Well, I was so nauseated from the SMELL of the papaya, that I could NOT force myself to drink it! I know people that swear this works. Just thought I would share this and hopefully it will help some of you.

Posted by Meghan on Sep 14 2008 05:18:37

I was on prescription acid reflux pills for a decade with what I considered at that time to be some success. That is until a doctor basically told me these drugs were killing me slowly over time. We ran tests and my body was deficient in every mineral - calcium, magnesium, etc. He took me off of them immediately. I was terrified because even on the highest prescription dose I still would get reflux, I couldn't imagine my life without it. I have to say something that many who read this will not want to hear - I know I didn't - you MUST change your eating habits. More veggies and fruits reduce or eliminate processed food and things like fast food and soda. In short eat better. In order to help my PH balance even more, I added Pellegrino as my main drink. It has a number of benefits - 1) it is alkaline and therefore helps to tip the OH in my system in a positive way, 2) helped to increase the minerals that were lacking in my body from years of reflux prescription use, 3) the bubbles will help to settle my stomach in the event that I eat something I shouldn't. Hopefully that helps! My heart goes out to all who suffer with this - I know how horrible it is first hand and I just want to say, there is hope!

Posted by Vivek on Sep 07 2008 16:05:03

Today i was in a party, had wine , chicken with bread . after thqt could not sleep coz of acid reflux, i took a glass of milk with two ice cubes, ad while searching for the infomation and reading this forum it was gone, so i think it works...thanks.................!

Posted by Linda Hall on Aug 26 2008 10:29:49

I received an email from a doctor several years ago that said never have heartburn or acid reflux again by eating black licorice every day and it works. My mother had reflux so bad the acid would burn her bronchial tubes and she could not afford the purple pill. When she started eating licorice, she went from using a box of alkaseltzer a month to none. I also have reflux and it works for me.

Posted by ralph santos on Aug 12 2008 00:11:39

since may of this yr i develped acid developing in my stomach too much.my throat is on fire after eating bland meals and i take generic prilosec.morning and nite.please help me.i think i am going to try the apple cidar vinegar.and my mouth is always dry.and all i cant drink anyjuice with citric acid.my throat burns as well as my stomach.

Posted by Matthew on Aug 04 2008 03:37:54

Spell check made me sound like a idiot But you guys get what i am saying. Prilosec WILL work if you Take IT right. Im sorry that my spell check messed up the first message so bad. PRILOSEC OTC WILL WORK BUY IT AND TAKE IT IN THE MORNING BEFORE YOU EAT ANYTHING!!!!!

Posted by Matthew on Aug 04 2008 03:33:25

I have Acid Reflux Really Really bad. I have it now that is why i am here. The only reason I have it today Is because I forgot to take my Prilosec OTC this morning when I got up. You see I went out to eat. Came home and then BOOM, I was on fire. So I just drank some Apple Cider vinegar I have to say it has kinda put out the fire... You see I don't find those PRILOSEC to work Great, Like eating tons of ketchup, Mexican food, italian food, what ever when ever and NO ACID REFLUX... UNLESS you DO NOT take them right. You have to take the pill, in the morning, Every morning (if you have acid reflux that is.) This will prevent your acid reflux and 42 pills are 24.95 at Walmart. Go get them, Take them Every Morning, and Avoid what I have put myself through by forgetting to take my Prilosec OTC this morning. I PROMISE IF YOU DO TAKE IT LIKE I JUST TOLD YOU YOU WILL NOT HAVE ACID REFLUX

Posted by Patric Yew on Jun 20 2008 18:47:07

I have been suffering from severed GERD which often experienced shortness of breath. Took Nexium 80mg a day include antacid and it seem doesn't work much. The acid have back up all the way to my nose which I almost pass out. I have to do several stretching exercise to overcome the breathing though it helped but it is very tiring and exhausting after that. Visited many enterology/specialist but it didn't help so much either. It is an torturing symstom that I have suffered for almost 3 years. Can someone help me on this issue.

Posted by Sandy on Jun 19 2008 21:46:52

I have found drinking very cold low fat milk seems to soothe my stomach. Also drinking cold apple juice seems to work. Hope that helps.

Posted by sara517 on Jun 18 2008 15:29:36

I have acid reflux and just found out I am 5 weeks pregnant so I can\\'t take meds...I was on Aciphex which was a miracle for me but just stopped taking it. I will try these remedies tonight to see if they work. If anyone has any other suggestions let me know. I am miserable and can\\'t sleep because its so bad.

Posted by anonymous on Jun 13 2008 15:47:59

i had acid reflux while i was pregnant and eating a apple or carrots helped alot

Posted by Chunta on Jun 09 2008 09:42:48

I have acid reflux pretty bad and today i have taken the apple-cider vinegar and has helped but if you know anything else please let me know.

Posted by rosee on Jun 08 2008 06:47:56

I often have an acid influx - the worse thing is that it sometimes influx to my heart, it causes heavy hard palputation that make you feel that you gonna past out anytime Please advise me - what should be done.

Posted by Crystal on May 24 2008 11:55:58

I have acid reflux and it is causing breathing difficulties for me that is making everyday life very uncomfortable. Does anyone have this problem and if so do you have any idea's what I can do to help this? I have been to my doctor but she hasn't done much for me. Please help.

Posted by Dee on Apr 24 2008 16:44:17

I take a teaspoon to a tablespoon of organic apple cider vinegar when I have acid reflux and it works well for me. It may sound counterintuitive, but try it.

Posted by sandra on Mar 17 2008 23:21:00

somebody please give me some kind of relief with this acid reflux text me back with some help please

Posted by JOAN on Mar 13 2008 14:20:39

I have sjogrens syndrome and possibly scleroderma, acid is giving me a burning throat so I am wondering if anyone else has these problems, I am also chemically sensitive and am very concerned about going to a doctor to get meds. I have to drink water constantly to keep my mouth moist and acid reflux and heartburn are common with these problems. I may try and vinegar, this has only been for 2 days now, but my throat feels like it is on fire, especially when drinking water. Any help will be appreciated. If any one writes back to me, please put topic-heartburn etc because I dont always open mail or I will look on this site again, thank you so much.........

Posted by heather on Feb 16 2008 20:34:15

you should NOT take peppermint if you have reflux. this is a well-known trigger of reflux. just google "peppermint" and "reflux" to find out all about it.

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