Do you have chest pain? Does it worsen if you are at rest? Do you feel it after eating? Do you have that bitter taste of something bitter in your mouth? Do you have a sore throat or a hoarse voice? These symptoms point to acid reflux, but there are things you can do to help.

It’s time to quit smoking! Smoking aggravates acid reflux, and it is possibly the cause. It slows down your digestive process, increases stomach acid, and slows down your saliva production. It causes the esophageal sphincter to relax as well. That’s why you should quit today.

You reduce your chances of experiencing GERD if you can reach a healthy weight.

Acid Reflux

If your are active and your reflux strikes after strenuous activities, the fix may be quite simple. Increase your water consumption. Water helps with hydration. This can also help you with your food digestion. Water can help balance out the actions of acid … Read the rest