Info on acid reflux and manuka honey

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Here is info I have Carol.. Definition of acid refluxAcid Reflux or GERD (gastro-esophageal reflux disease), is achronic condition leading to mucosal damage of the esophaguslining. When people experience acid reflux, acid is pushed upfrom the stomach into the esophagus, causing the esophagus toget red, irritated and sometimes ulcerated. If the acid con-tinues to reflux into the esophagus, esophagus ulcers can form.What is the cause of acid reflux?For some people, the acid reflux is related to the incorrector partial functioning of the lower esophageal sphincter, agroup of muscles that normally close off the esophagus fromthe stomach, keeping the food in the stomach. GERD can alsobe caused by asthma, especially if asthma started as an adultand does not seem to respond to asthma medication.Other indications that GERD may play a role in asthma

suffe-rers,is if a person notices that their asthma symptoms mayget worse after exercise, after a meal, at night or afterlying down. What can cause shortness of breath? When acidenters the esophagus, a nerve reflex is triggered which cancause airways to narrow, therefore causing shortness ofbreath. Other causes for an esophagus ulcer can occur afterfood poisoning, excessive vomiting, surgery or side effectsof medications such as ibuprofen, aspirin and others.What are acid reflux symptoms?Symptoms you can experience are difficulty swallowing, apainful burning sensation, of the esophagus, nausea andheartburn. The esophagus can also get infected, raw andirritated due to a weakened immune system (HIV), medicationssuch as corticosteroids as well as by viruses such as herpes,candida infection or fungi. Once the esophageal tissue isinflamed and infected, an ulcer can result thereof.How can I prevent

getting acid reflux?Eat small, balanced meals throughout the day and maintain ahealthy weight Within 3 hours of going to bed, avoid anyfoods or liquids. Elevate the head of your bed by 5-6 inches,in order to keep the food and liquids in the stomach. AvoidSmoking, alcohol, coffee, tea, sodas, chocolate and fattyfoods, as all these items tend to relax the esophagealsphincter.Keep the consumption of acidic foods to a minimum such astomatoes, oranges, lemons, grape fruits and fruit juices,as these types of foods can irritate the esophagus. Exer-cise of any kind is a great stress reliever, also increasingthe secretion of the 'good mood hormone' serotonin. Ifexercise is not your thing, try meditation and other stressreducing strategies such as a walk outdoors in fresh airand sunshine.What kinds of foods to avoid with acid reflux?Following is a common list of foods to avoid, in additionto the

foods that you observe that are causing you discomfortand pain after a meal.Foods to avoid:- Dairy products (milk, cheese)- Wheat (gluten sensitivity)- Deep fried, fatty foods- Vegetables that cause gas such as beans and broccoli- Artificial sweeteners- Caffeine- Alcohol- Chocolate - yes chocolate...We recommend seeing your nutrition specialist for a morepersonalized list of foods to avoid and food to enjoy.What kinds of food to enjoy with acid reflux?By adding 'good bacteria' such as yoghurt and acidophilussupplements, may help balance the micro-flora in theintestines. Adding more fiber to your diet, will helpreduce constipation as well help prevent diarrhea. Slowlyadd more fiber to your diet, as fiber can cause gas andcramping.- 8 Glasses of water per day- Chamomile, mint, ginger tea- Wholegrain breads - Wholegrain Cereals- Eating at regular times helps

to control bowel movement- Eat more fiber (vegetables, fruits)- Fiber Supplements- Yoghurt- Acidophilus supplements- Eating smaller meals more oftenHow do antacids work?Antacids are prescription medications or over the countermedications that neutralize stomach acid. Antacids areused to help relieve acid indigestion, an up-set stomach,sour stomach and heartburn symptoms. There are basicallytwo types of antacids. One type chemically neutralizesgastric acid and the other type absorbs acid. Antacidscan be either in pill form or liquid form.What is the down-side of using antacids?Following is a brief list of antacid side effects you mayhave experienced in the past:- drug interaction (preventing a drug from getting absorbed correctly)- antacids can make you thirsty- chalky taste in mouth- discolored stool (white or speckled)- kidney damage- not suitable for

children less that 6 years of age- nausea- dizziness- vomiting- diarrhea- constipation- bloating- stomach cramps- abdominal pain- renal stone formationWhat are the benefits of using Active Manuka Honey asa natural treatment for acid reflux?There are NO known side effects to Active Manuka Honeyunless you are allergic to honey itself. Manuka Honeycan be taken alongside other medication, according toyour doctors recommendations.Active Manuka Honey is an all natural, antibacterial,medicinal honey from the wild, un-cultivated tea treebush (leptospermum scoparium) from New Zealand. Thishoney is used for both internal as well as externalulcer treatment. Active Manuka Honey has natural antibiotic properties defined as UMF (Unique Manuka Factor).For more information, click on UMF Rating.Active Manuka Honey helps to protect, coat, soothe andheal the damaged tissue of the

esophagus caused by acidreflux. Expect to take Active Manuka Honey for 3-6 months.Active Manuka Honey has no know side effects (unless youare allergic to honey itself...), and can therefore beused as an all natural long term treatment for acid reflux.Active Manuka Honey also helps to coat, protect and healthe damaged lining of the esophagus and / or help to healan esophagus ulcer all naturally.People usually feel a difference within just 3-6 days.Improvement include less or no pain after a meal, lessheartburn, less intense acid reflux symptoms, natural healingof an ulcerated esophagus. Always seek medical advice first,before trying a natural remedy.Advantages of treating acid reflux with Active Manuka Honey?- No known side effects - unless one is allergic to honey or the tea tree plant itself (leptospermum scoparium) - Supported by extensive research- Natural remedy for acid

reflux, esophagus ulcer, esophagitis, GERD and other GI tract disorders such as upset stomach, stomach ulcer, h. pylori, ibs- Soothing and natural coating to help heal the esophagus- Can be used long-term- Easy to use and safe- Anti-inflammatory effect- Antibacterial effect 4 times greater than standard Antiseptic (minimum 18% carbolic equivalent)- Naturally seem to destroy staphaureus, streptococcus and h. pylori (helicobacter pylori)- Cost effectiveHow is Active Manuka Honey taken to help sooth acid refluxsymptoms?Take 1 teaspoon of Active Manuka Honey 3-4 times per day on asmall square inch size piece of bread, toast, slice or bagel,slice of banana or piece of apple, 20-30 minutes before meals,to coat out the internal tract including the esophagus.You do not have to follow manuka honey intake with a meal - aslong as you take the honey 3x per day, as described

above. Ifyou take the honey by itself - without the bread or fruit, thehoney will dissolve too quickly in the blood stream and willbarely reach the stomach, therefore you need to attach thehoney to 'anything' one-bite size, in order to transport thehoney through the entire gastro-intestinal tract.Active Manuka Honey is used for the entire gastro-intestinaltract from acid reflux, heartburn, up-set stomach, stomach ulcer,h. pylori, duodenum ulcer, diverticulitis, ibs (irritable bowelsyndrome).How long will it take until I feel a difference when takingActive Manuka Honey for acid reflux symptoms?People will typically feel a difference after just 3-6 days,when taking 3x1 teaspoon of active manuka honey attached to asmall piece of bread, or toast, or slice of banana or apple(1 bite size), 20-30 minutes before meals. Suzi What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered. health/ http://suziesgoats.wholefoodfarmacy.com/ http://360./suziesgoats

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Suzi, Thanks for the research. I am still thinking sauerkraut + tomatoes may have been the culprit as well as looking at tons of tomatoes on my counter, in large storage tub, in living room boxes--all the over places--green, some getting red, some red, some little orange for Roma tomatoes, others getting brighter orange, etc. I may be inhaling them too. Need more water however. Going to monitor me more now....maybe I need to increase my barley power too...think that is one solution......Thanks. carolg Here is info I have Carol.. Definition of acid refluxAcid Reflux or GERD (gastro-esophageal reflux disease), is achronic condition leading to mucosal damage of the esophagus suzi