How Do You Naturally Treat Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)?
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is very common, thankfully there are ways to naturally treat Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a medical condition that is similar to acid reflux but is more severe. Below are some lifestyle and diet changes that should be made to help naturally treat Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) and its symptoms. Do not smoke, and avoid secondhand smoke. Smoking has been shown to weaken the LES and not only drastically increases your risk of getting Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, it can also worsen the condition and symptoms of GERD. Patients with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease should avoid lying down after a meal. Ideally you should not lie down for three hours after you eat. This is because lying down prevents gravity from keeping the stomach contents below the opening of the esophagus. Lose any excess weight. Obesity has been shown to increase your risk for GERD, and can also worsen the condition and
