by rdbiomed | Jun 13, 2017 | reflux treatments
Placing a band of magnetic beads around the oesophagus just above the stomach is more effective than medication at controlling regurgitation – a symptom of reflux disease – a large study has found. According to data presented at Digestive Disease Week in Chicago in...
by rdbiomed | May 11, 2017 | reflux treatments
Probiotics are microorganisms which live naturally in our bodies. Often associated with various health benefits, they are frequently described as ‘good’ or ‘friendly’ bacteria. Probiotics are found in certain foods, such as yoghurt, kimchi,...
by rdbiomed | Feb 22, 2017 | GERD, LPR, reflux, reflux treatments
Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are widely used to treat patients with gastrointestinal disorders, such as gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD/GERD) and peptic ulcer. But with PPI lawsuits involving allegations of serious kidney injuries continuing to mount in the...
by rdbiomed | Jan 18, 2017 | reflux treatments
Recent research has linked proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) to a plethora of health problems, including increased risk of dementia, kidney disease, and heart attacks. This has led some reflux sufferers to look for natural alternatives to alleviate their symptoms, such as...
by rdbiomed | Oct 19, 2016 | reflux treatments
Once you’ve had a positive diagnosis of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) or laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR), the next step is to find the best treatment for you. These can include reflux medication, changes in diet and lifestyle tweaks. If your reflux symptoms...
by rdbiomed | May 16, 2016 | reflux treatments
New research has suggested babies are being over-treated for symptoms of reflux with stomach acid-suppressing drugs. Reflux of stomach contents is common in infants because the lower oesophageal sphincter – the ring of muscle that connects the oesophagus to the...
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