Are You Suffering From Acid Reflux?
June 14th, 2009
Acid reflux is one of the most universal discomforts humans share. Most people experience acid reflux symptoms multiple times before they recognize what it is.
Acid reflux will eventually go away on its own, but is much better for your body to treat it right away. The most common symptom of acid reflux is a burning sensation in your stomach or chest. You may need to belch often, which often tastes and smells acidic.
Acid reflux is commonly described as a burning sensation in the stomach, chest or the back of the throat. A mild antacid is usually all that?s needed to treat the symptoms.
You have probably heard the term ?heartburn? used to describe acid reflux symptoms, but there are actually different types. Three of the most common are dyspepsia, heartburn (yes, the actual term) and regurgitation.
Another common symptom is acid indigestion, but better known as heartburn. Heartburn is a burning pain that moves up from your stomach into your chest or throat. Fortunately, heartburn has no affect on your heart.
If you have ever experienced any of these symptoms, you were probably experiencing acid reflux. Drinking milk or taking an antacid usually dispels the symptoms right away.
If you think you may be suffering from acid reflux, try to define your symptoms as clearly as possible. Most mild antacids will take care of the reflux symptoms right away.
Acid reflux typically occurs after eating a large or heavy meal, when lying down (especially on your back) and when bending over. Take some preventive measures by reducing your meal sizes, using your legs to lift or squatting when you bend down, and elevating yourself on a few pillows if you like to sleep on your back.
Acid reflux symptoms most often occur after eating. Large meals and heavy meals are strong triggers for acid reflux. Take some proactive measures to reduce the possibility of acid reflux by eating smaller or lighter meals or taking an antacid before you eat. If you experience acid reflux when you lie down, try elevating you shoulders up a few inches with an extra pillow.
Some types of food are known to cause acid reflux. Citrus, chocolate, caffeine, tomatoes, garlic and fried foods are a few. Reducing the consumption of these foods will reduce the possibility for acid reflux, and if it does occur, will significantly reduce the intensity of the symptoms.
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