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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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5 Steps for Navigating Reflux & GERD in Your Relationships

Living with Acid Reflux, GERD, or LPR goes beyond its physical toll, often rippling into one’s relationships and social life. Communicating effectively with loved ones and those close to you about what you’re experiencing and how you’re feeling can help to navigate and manage your symptoms and optimize the quality of your life. In this post, join me in exploring some actionable tips on how to open up about GERD to your partner, family, and friends.
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Alleviate Acid Reflux Symptoms with Alginate

Among the different options for managing reflux, alginate stands out, especially because it's natural and effective. Studies comparing alginate to other treatments have shown promising results, highlighting its role in providing relief.

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Reflux-Friendly Snacks and Entertaining Tips for the Big Game

Whether you’re there for the football or there for the commercials, there’s one thing we can all agree on when it comes to the Big Game: Snacks. Our resident Gut Health and Acid Reflux Dietitian, Molly Pelletier, has 4 Big Game reflux-friendly snack ideas you and your guests will love.
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