When that burning feeling hits after your favorite meal, it’s easy to blame the extra hot sauce and pop an antacid. But what if your body is trying to tell you something more important? That nagging ...

Every so often, a completely random advert stops me in my tracks and makes me wonder what on earth went on in the room where it was created. For me, that moment came this past weekend, courtesy of a ...

Acid reflux occurs when acid flows up from the stomach into the esophagus (food tube) and the mouth. Although occasional acid reflux is common, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) may be diagnosed ...

Because tens of millions of people are used to experiencing acid reflux or heartburn regularly, many don't realize when it becomes a more serious medical condition. Heartburn is the burning sensation ...

Indigestion is a common issue that many people face from time to time. It’s often a minor inconvenience that can be resolved with over-the-counter medications or simple home remedies. However, when ...

Dr. Ken Stewart, Assistant Professor of Primary Care at KCU Joplin details when acid reflux could mean you need to see a physician for more tests. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a common ...

About an hour or so ago, you ate a lot of chicken wings for a late dinner and then had a big bowl of ice cream for dessert. Now you are very uncomfortable in your stomach. You can't sleep and you ...

Suffering from indigestion after stuffing yourself with holiday leftovers? Sleeping on your left side can greatly reduce reflux, according to the Canadian Society of Intestinal Research. Digestive or ...

We often link good digestion to what is on our plate, but it is also about how our body moves and relaxes. Long hours of ...

What Is a GI Cocktail? A gastrointestinal (GI) cocktail is a mixture of medications used to treat indigestion (dyspepsia), as well as symptoms of gastrointestinal problems such as chest and belly pain ...

Heartburn is one of the most common ailments people deal with regularly. According to a National Institutes of Health report, about 60 million Americans experience heartburn at least once a month, ...