Benefits Of Alkaline Water, And How To Make It At Home

Benefits Of Alkaline Water, And How To Make It At Home    

The blood has hydrogen and oxygen ions. If the blood is acid, there will be more hydrogen ions and less oxygen, while if it is more alkaline there will be more oxygen available to the cells. Foods with refined sugars, chemical additives, pesticides, and processed foods are very acidic. It can be balanced with alkaline foods or water, which are also great for treating acid reflux. Alkaline water can be made at home adding baking soda or slices of lemon. FYI, lemon is acid, but the internal processes in the body result in an alkaline effect. Click here for more details.

 

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.