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When we overeat or consume spicy foods, oftentimes the gate between our esophagus and stomach doesn't close, which allows acid to move into the esophagus and therefore cause a burning sensation called hearburn. If you happen to experience more than two heartburn episodes per week, than you may be one of the 20 percent of adults who suffer from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Heartburn can Read more
A little spit up here and there is to be expected with a newborn. But for some babies, it is more than just drool that comes back up. More than half of all babies experience infant acid reflux in the first 12 weeks of life. Take this quiz to see just how much you know about the uncomfortable digestive issue. Take the Quiz Read more
If you suffer from heartburn or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), the acid that's in your stomach comes back up through your esophagus, and results in burning and pain in your chest. It's often caused by the foods you eat, so here are some foods that will prevent these uncomfortable symptoms. Oatmeal with bananas — Opt for this high fiber, lowfat food instead of a sugary, fried doughnut Read more
Too many parents are familiar with the wretched screams a child makes when diagnosed with colic. For ages, children have been labeled colicky when no other term would fit a fussy baby. Melinda Beck from the Wall Street Journal presents another option that distraught parents may want to note. For infants who spit up constantly, stop gaining weight, vomit blood or refuse to feed at all, GERD Read more
