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Your online source for the best tips, news, and other helpful information on acid reflux.

A Q&A with LPR Specialist Dr. Inna Husain

In honor of Women’s History Month, we sat down with our VP of Education and Community Outreach and Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (LPR)  Specialist, Dr. Inna Husain. With a passion for helping patients find relief from reflux-related conditions, Dr. Husain brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our community.

Dr. Husain shares her unique road to Laryngology and what it’s like being a female surgeon. You’ll also learn more about the symptoms of silent reflux and tips on how to maintain overall ear, nose, and throat health while managing GERD. Let’s dig in! 
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Melatonin for Reflux Control

Melatonin is widely known as the sleep hormone, vital for regulating our sleep-wake cycles. Many people turn to melatonin supplements to help them fall asleep faster and enjoy a more restful night's sleep. However, findings have also revealed an innovative use for melatonin: managing reflux. This discovery is giving new hope to people with the discomfort of reflux, which can significantly impact daily life.
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Gut Health: Beat Acid Reflux with Alginate

If you're someone who has been dealing with the discomfort of acid reflux, finding an effective and easy-to-use solution is crucial. Acid reflux happens when the valve at the entrance to your stomach, known as the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), doesn't close all the way or opens too often. This allows stomach acid to escape into your esophagus. Discover how alginate-based treatments like RefluxRaft and other positive lifestyle changes can further improve your gut health and manage acid reflux symptoms. 

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Choosing Alginate Over Proton Pump Inhibitors

Have you ever felt that burning sensation in your chest after a meal? That could be acid reflux, a condition where stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, causing discomfort. While many people reach for Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) to manage this, there's another option: alginate products. These natural remedies have been gaining attention for their role in acid reflux management. This article will dive into the benefits of alginate compared to PPIs, and why you might consider making the switch.
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Overeating and Reflux: A Digestive Dietitian Breaks Down the Connection

We get this question a lot: Can overeating contribute to reflux symptoms? Molly Pelletier, our resident Registered Dietitian specializing in acid reflux/GERD/LPR, discusses the connection between overeating and acid reflux, and provides valuable tips for managing acid reflux symptoms around meal times. 
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Natural GERD Treatment with Alginate

Alginate is a natural substance derived from brown kelp, a type of seaweed. It's been used in various applications, from thickening food to wound dressings, but its role in GERD management is particularly interesting. When you take alginate, it reacts with the acid in your stomach to form a thick gel that floats on top of the stomach contents. Think of it as a protective barrier, or a 'raft', that helps keep everything in its place, preventing the acid from splashing back up into the esophagus.
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