Certain Acid Reflux Drugs Can Cause Gradual Kidney Damage

Certain Acid Reflux Drugs Can Cause Gradual Kidney Damage    

One of the types of acid reflux drugs is called proton-pump inhibitors, or PPIs. New research suggests that these can cause kidney damage or even renal failure. The kidney function begins to decline, so the patients are not aware of their condition until it’s too late. On the other hand, the same research was made with another type of acid reflux drugs, called H2-blockers, showing much less alteration to kidney function. Additional info click here.

 

Learn About The Real Causes Of Acid Reflux

Learn About The Real Causes Of Acid Reflux    

Most people believe that acid reflux is caused by an excess of production of stomach acid. However, research has shown that most adults do not produce enough stomach acid and that lifestyle plays a major role in acid reflux symptoms. So what are the main causes? The most important is stress, followed by overuse of antibiotics, and excessive alcohol, among others. So how can it be avoided? Click here for more details.

 

Swallowing Pills Without Water Can Result In Damage To The Esophagus

Swallowing Pills Without Water Can Result In Damage To The Esophagus    

Swallowing a pill without water can not only lead to choking but worse, it can get stuck in the esophagus, leading to inflammation and irritation. These pills react with the delicate tissue of the esophagus, resulting in heartburn. This process cannot be detected immediately because the esophagus does not have nerve terminations. Additional info click here.

 

Study: Heartburn Drugs Can Increase The Risk Of Stomach Infection

Study: Heartburn Drugs Can Increase The Risk Of Stomach Infection    

A study has shown that extended use of acid reflux drugs, such as acid suppressors like proton-pump inhibitors (PPIs) and H2 blockers, can increase the risk of infection with the bacteria C.difficile and Campylobacter. These bacteria are responsible for abdominal pain and diarrhea but can have a more serious outcome. More details click here.

 

Multiple Medications May Do More Harm Than Good

Multiple Medications May Do More Harm Than Good    

Taking many medications can result in more harm than good because they can interfere with them. The reason is that the doctors who prescribe them are not aware of what other drugs you take, so it’s not a bad idea to gather all your medications and prescriptions and show them to your doctor on your next visit. Click here for more info.

 

Heartburn Drugs Can Be Related To Baby Asthma If Taken By Pregnant Women

Heartburn Drugs Can Be Related To Baby Asthma If Taken By Pregnant Women

A recent research has shown that heartburn drugs, such as proton-pump inhibitors (PPIs) and H2-receptors antagonists, may affect the baby on a pregnant woman. Even though these drugs are considered safe to be taken during pregnancy because they do not affect the development of the baby, they may be responsible for asthma in the baby. Additional information click here.

 

Getting Rid Of Morning Stomach Ache

Getting Rid Of Morning Stomach Ache

Stomachache when waking up can be the symptom of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and should go away after a visit to the bathroom. However, if it persists, it is not easy to find out the cause, since it is such a vague symptom. A doctor should be able to determine the cause after making several questions. Also, a good idea can be taking drugs for acid reflux and for excess gas. More info click here.

 

Feeling Bloated After Meals? Learn How To Avoid It

Feeling Bloated After Meals? Learn How To Avoid It    

Many people feel bloated after a meal. This uncomfortable condition feels as if the stomach is excessively full due to excessive gas. One treatment may be staying away from dairy products or carbs, because the body may be unable to process lactose or gluten. Also, it is worth trying to eat slower, because when eating too fast, air is inhaled, leading to bloating and excess gas. Check all the treatments for bloating and what causes them. More details click here.

 

Benefits Of Cutting Down Red Meat From The Diet

Benefits Of Cutting Down Red Meat From The Diet    

Cutting off red meat has benefits, such weight loss due to ingesting fewer calories, the pH balance will be less acidic, reducing the risk of diabetes and cancer, and a sensation of being less bloated, since the body digests red meat more slowly than other foods. On the other hand, the body might require alternate sources of protein and also certain nutrients, such as B12 vitamins. Additional information click here.

 

Saliva Can Diagnose Several Health Conditions

Saliva Can Diagnose Several Health Conditions    

Saliva is a natural antibacterial and disinfectant for all the germs that try to enter the body through the mouth. It can also provide information about the body’s health condition. For example, dehydration will result in low saliva production and bad breath, if it's dry and sticky in the morning it can be a symptom of sleep apnea. Also, if its pH balance is acidic, it could be acid reflux. Click here for more information.

 

For A Good Digestion, Take These Drinks Before Bedtime

For A Good Digestion, Take These Drinks Before Bedtime    

There are many gastrointestinal conditions that are more common as one age. However, the gut sensitivity decreases as one age, so these conditions are harder to detect. For example, an ulcer can be preceded with very mild symptoms. To avoid them, one way is to ingest drinks before sleep that will help with digestion, like water, which will help which moving the food through the digestive tract, yogurt will replenish the bacteria in the intestine, and turmeric to avoid indigestion and gas buildup. Additional details click here.

 

Heartburn Is Not The Only Symptom Of Acid Reflux

Heartburn Is Not The Only Symptom Of Acid Reflux    

The most common symptom of acid reflux is heartburn, which consists of a pain in the abdomen and chest. However, there are other symptoms, such as excess salivation, which is a response to irritation of stomach acid a radiating pressure in the chest, which can be confused by a heart attack, and chronic coughing, caused by the stomach acid in the throat. More Information click here.

 

Easy Steps To Prevent Heartburn

Easy Steps To Prevent Heartburn    

Heartburn is usually related to poor digestion, and antacids become the most common answer. However, prevention is a better answer, such as identifying and removing the triggers and replenishing the stomach bacteria by the ingestion of probiotics. Additional information click here.

 

An Unhealthy Breakfast Will Affect Your Mood For The Day

An Unhealthy Breakfast Will Affect Your Mood For The Day    

Many people say that breakfast is the most important meal because it provides the initial energy for the day. Also, breakfast is taken when the stomach is empty so that eating the incorrect foods can affect our mood through the day. For example, the stomach lining can be irritated by spicy foods, lactic acid from dairy can result in acid reflux, and beans can cause flatulence and gas. Check the full list. More info click here.