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Can long-term PPI use affect your kidneys and impact heart health?

Can long-term PPI use affect your kidneys and impact heart health?

by rdbiomed | Mar 5, 2026 | Reflux Tips & News, reflux treatments

Researchers suggest that using proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) on a regular basis could damage your kidney, and in turn, your heart. Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), such as omeprazole and lansoprazole, are some of the most commonly used medicines for gastro-oesophageal...
Pepsin-targeted reflux treatment discussed on US radio show

Pepsin-targeted reflux treatment discussed on US radio show

by rdbiomed | Feb 19, 2026 | Reflux Tips & News

Research into the development of reflux treatments that specifically target pepsin was discussed recently on Fox News 92.5, a US radio station broadcasting news and talk programming. The discussion featured Dr Nikki Johnston, Professor of Otolaryngology at the Medical...
Air Pollution Could Increase Risk of Reflux, Study Reveals

Air Pollution Could Increase Risk of Reflux, Study Reveals

by rdbiomed | Dec 17, 2025 | Latest Pepsin Research, Reflux Tips & News

New analysis suggests an association between long-term exposure to air pollution and higher rates of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD). It appears the air we breathe matters: exposure to traffic fumes and fine particles is linked with higher risk of reflux...
Could frequent heartburn be a red flag for alcohol misuse?

Could frequent heartburn be a red flag for alcohol misuse?

by rdbiomed | Nov 11, 2025 | Reflux Tips & News

Adults diagnosed with gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD) are more likely to be diagnosed with alcohol use disorder (AUD) within the next two years – especially under the age of 58 – according to new research from Saint Louis University. Researchers...
Could reflux raise heart attack risk? New research suggests link

Could reflux raise heart attack risk? New research suggests link

by rdbiomed | Nov 5, 2025 | Reflux Tips & News

A new review of six long-term studies (over 1.3 million people) reports that people with diagnosed gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD) went on to have more heart attacks than people without GERD. Reflux chest pain can feel very similar to cardiac pain, which is...
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