Pass the Turkey, Not the Gas! Avoid Indigestion and Acid Reflux

Enjoy Those Wonderful Holiday Meals While Avoiding Indigestion (For ongoing digestive issues such as acid reflux, GERD, gas, sore throat, etc., click on the two links at the end of this article for natural DIY treatments) We all look forward to enjoying with our loved ones, the succulent turkey and gravy and yams and pies associated with the holidays. But for those of us who suffer from either occasional or chronic indigestion, eating in general and certainly the larger meals...

Natural Medicine for Indigestion, Heartburn, Acid Reflux

Some people live on acid blocking drugs like Prilosec, Nexium and Prevacid to treat their symptoms of indigestion and heartburn/acid reflux. These drugs work by preventing the production of stomach acid which is crucial to many important bodily functions. Last year the FDA placed a warning on these drugs stating that their use can lead to low magnesium levels. Proper magnesium levels are important to prevent heart arrhythmias, seizures, and muscle spasms. In addition magnesium is important in maintaining healthy...