Hertburn Home Remedies
Take The "errr..." Out Of gERd

People have been experiencing stomach ailments long before modern medicine created the little purple pill. Heartburn home remedies have been tried and tested for millenniums. But many traditional herbal remedies have been set aside as old wives tales after losing of credibility when they are associated with witch doctors prancing around shaking rattles and uttering magic spells.

We place a lot of trust in modern science and medicine today, and many people see no reason to believe that ancient cultures could possibly have any valuable knowledge about medicinal remedies. On the other hand, many see the success of natural herbal healing in places like the Far East, and they abandon what they view as a profit driven, drug-oriented medical system for something more natural.

But the answer does not lie in one extreme or the other. One thing all people need to understand is that many modern medicines use several extracts from natural products that have been well known to be effective treatments for ages. We are indeed fortunate to have modern science to assist us in using these safely, because just like prescription drugs, not all herbs are beneficial to all people.

When considering the use of any herbal remedies, it is very important to consult your doctor. Don’t ‘throw the baby out with the bath water,” so to speak. Use both medical science, and nature’s best remedies to assist you in all things.

Some Useful Home Remedies For Acid Reflux 

• Ginger – This fairly safe and widely available herb has been used for thousands of years for all types of stomach ailments in many cultures. It is a very popular remedy for pregnancy related nausea. I personally found out about this from an Indian Hindu immigrant whom I worked with. It helped me dispel excessive gas and bloating.
  
• Charcoal – This remedy has been widely accepted by modern health professionals, and can be found at your local health store or online in capsule form.
  
• Chamomile – This herb is a popular tea and is known for its relaxing effects which also benefit the digestive system. It can relieve gas and bloating cramps, but it is not without danger to some. Consult your doctor if you take blood thinners or sedatives. Some people have adverse affects which can be counter-productive to the intended results.
  
• Licorice – This herb is wonderful for reducing inflammation in the esophagus caused by GERD, and can be helpful in treating the Acid Reflux cough and throat irritation. It is best taken in a form that allows it to come in contact with the esophageal tissues, so a pill or tablet form is not the best method. There are teas or chewable tablets available. However, be advised that Licorice can increase blood pressure, and being that 1 in 3 people have high blood pressure, you should most definitely consult your doctor before using this.
  
• Aloe Vera – This plant has been used widely for many different remedies. Some of the oldest known uses date back to ancient Egypt more than 3,000 years ago. The gel from the leaves has been used to treat burns and cuts and to promote healthy skin in general. It is still used today in hundreds of skin and body products. But the juice extracted from the leaves can also be an effective GERD treatment and for other ailment such as IBS and constipation. The juice is mixed into tea or a drink, and it helps sooth and relax the esophagus and digestive tract.
  
• Slippery Elm – The ingredients of this herb are extracted from tree bark and it coats the lining of the esophagus making it a great herb for soothing the throat. It is best used in tea or lozenge forms because like licorice, it needs to actually come in contact with the esophagus in order to be effective. 

While relaxation of the digestive tract is generally what makes a lot of these herbs so effective, there is a muscle called the LES (Lower Esophageal Sphincter), which keeps the stomach acids from entering the esophagus. This muscle needs to remain tight, and there are certain substances and herbs which can relax this muscle making GERD worse. Peppermint and Spearmint are among these and you would be wise to pass on that after dinner mint.

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