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Acid Reflux

Acid Reflux is also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). It can be caused by a variety of reasons, but results in acids escaping from the stomach and moving up the throat.

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Does butter affect acid reflux?

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butter is bad on acid reflux so are most sugary desserts and things with a high concentration of butter in them

Is ginger ale good for acid reflux?

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No. All carbonated beverages are acidic, and therefore contribute to acid reflux.

Is applesauce helpful for acid reflux?

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Apples and applesauce are great for acid reflux. They work best taken as a preventative measure....before you reflux starts. An apple a day works perfectly for me.

If you do have an acid reflux attack, eating an apple or some no sugar added applesauce can be very effective at relieving symptoms.

The high acidity level of the apple causes the stomach to completely halt acid production. Then the fiber in the food aids digestion.

I had AWFUL reflux. To the point where I was nauseas and waking up in the middle of the night trying to not throw up. Apples are a natural cure that changed my life. I take no other acid reducing medicine.

Can you eat grapes if you have gastro esophageal reflux?

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Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition in which the stomach contents (food or liquid) leak backwards from the stomach into the esophagus (the tube from the mouth to the stomach). This action can irritate the esophagus, causing heartburn and other symptoms.

Every one is different, so you should ask your doctor about what you can and can not eat.

What is the range of pH level of acid?

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0-6

0 being most acidic

6 being most acidic

some people add seen but 7 is neutral in the pH scale

Why is acid added to drink?

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Acid is added to drinks to act as a preservative.

What is basic structure of an amino acid?

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The main identifying factor is The Peptide Bond.

In this Bond the -C-C-C-C- chain is interrupted by Nitrogen as in -C-C-N-C-C-N-C-C-N-C.

All amino acids have the same 3 components: from the C-terminal end, there is an acid group (-COOH) that is bonded to the next C in the chain that is bonded to one H and one -R group [that will determine the kind of amino acid], that is followed by a NH2- that conjoins with the acid of the NEXT AMINO ACID.

The basic structure looks something like this:

H H O

N C C OH

H R

You may also see it like this

H H O

H N C C

H R O

This is just showing the protonated version.

What is acid found in lemon?

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Lemon juice contains approximately 1.44 grams per ounce of citric acid.

Does soil erosion cause acid rain?

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Kinda-sorta. All rains can cause soil erosion, as it doesn't take much for running water to cut channels and move loose dirt about.

Will muriatic acid clean leach field?

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In the old days this was a common treatment-- It is now against the law-- But it killed the roots of trees on the drain filed and helps restore a little use to the drain field.

What are the symptoms of acid reflux disease and can it be cured?

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Acid reflux, also called gastroesophangeal reflux, is when the acid in the stomach comes back up the esophagus. Acid reflux develpos over a period of time and can be relieved by using natural remedies. Some ways to relieve the symptoms are eating several small meals each day, eating less acidic foods, cut back or stop smoking and drinking alcohol. You might have to try different methods until yo ufind what works for you.

Will dieting help with Acid Reflux?

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That depends upon the cause. If you have a hiatal hernia causing reflux, then anything that decreases intra-abdominal pressure can improve the reflux. So, if you are obese and have a lot of intra-abdominal fat, losing weight may improve the reflux slightly. Also, what you eat can affect symptoms. Some foods, like tomatoes, oil, garlic, chocolate, and several others, can increase reflux symptoms.

Why does stomach acid come back up in mouth?

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First a little anatomy lesson;

There is a muscle at the bottom of the esophagus (the tube between the mouth and the stomach), called the 'lower esophageal sphincter' (LES), that tightens to close the opening to the stomach after a person stops eating and/or drinking to prevent the backing up (reflux) of stomach content into the esophagus.

So the reason why stomach acid, or any liquid/food, comes back up from the stomach and into the mouth (also called regurgitation) is because this muscle has not done what it was supposed to do at that time. It either became loose, or didn't close all the way.

Causes that loosen this muscle can be many - from taking certain medications (pain pills, muscle relaxers, etc.), eating certain foods and drinks (chocolate, peppermint, citrus fruits/drinks, alcohol, soda, coffee, etc.) to the position of the body (bending over a certain way), or anything that causes extra pressure on the stomach, even certain medical conditions.

If it only happens once or twice, I agree, it's not too much to worry about. Just drink some water to push/wash the acid back down into the stomach, because you don't want the acid to stay in the esophagus or back of throat because it can cause damage to teeth and the esophagus itself.

If it happens more often, a trip to a doctor, in order to find out or rule out any medical condition, such as GERD, Acid Reflux, hernia, or any other contributing factor.

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You probably ate fried or greasy food. When fried or greasy food is consumed, your body must create more acid to break it down. When the food is gone, the acid remains. Your body slowly gets rid of the excess acid, but slowly. The acid is so hot, that it slowly rises, like a hot air balloon. Then, your mouth! Don't worry, it should do it once or twice, then go away.

What are homopathic cures for acid reflux?

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Some homeopathic cures for acid reflux are mixing a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar with some water or a tablespoon of baking soda in half a cup of water.

How can you tell if food contains acids?

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Use universal indicator or litmus paper

Are there any cures for gastroesophageal reflux?

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Even though there is no exact cure, there are treatment plans. The main form of treatment is surgery, where the doctor, depending on how advanced the cancer is, will romave a portion of the stomach or the whole stomach. Patients are usually given a course of drug treatment after the operation to kill the remaining cancer cells.

Why you have acid reflux when hungry?

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Because its a way your body is telling you it needs food

Have acid reflux what food to gain weight?

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acidity patient to eat food after every 3 hours.nd take a milk in a day twice.

What should you take when medication gives you reflux?

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Acid reflux can be treated by medicines belonging to the following categories:

  1. Antihistamines(H2 receptor blockers) such as cimetidine
  2. Proton pump inhibitors such as omeprazole
  3. Prostaglandins such as misoprostol
  4. Antacids as aluminium hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide
To know exactly which medicine to use,refer to your doctor.

What is treament of refractory GERD?

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If medications are not helping then a surgical procedure such as the "Stretta" (done by a gastroenterologist without making any cuts) or a "Nissen fundoplication" (surgery) are done.

Meaning of vesicoureteral reflux?

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Vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) is an abnormal backward movement of urine from the bladder into ureters or kidneys. Urine normally travels from the kidneys via the ureters to the bladder. Contents. 1 Signs and symptoms. 2 Causes.

Is Chocolate really a food that causes acid reflux?

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Does chocolate soymilk affect acid reflux? Soymilk, like dairy milk, is basic, and will neutralize stomach acid to some extent. It's possible that soymilk would relieve discomfort associated with acid reflux, however, it will not treat the underlying cause of too much acid being produced. Talk to a doctor for treatment options.

Is there a reflux friendly diet?

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A reflux diet is a diet for people with Acid Reflux. It's basically just a list of foods that one can eat without getting heartburn, and I don't see any reason it wouldn't be safe.