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Heartburn Holistically
by Dr. Rita Louise
Everyone at some point in time has experienced some form of heartburn.
Often, what we notice is a bitter, sour or acid taste in our mouths.
At times, we may feel as if partially digested foods or liquids are moving
from our stomach back towards our mouth. Sometimes we may also
experience chest pain that increases when we lay down. Each of these
is an indication of heartburn.
Before we move on, however it is important to note that heartburn is only
an indicator of a potentially larger digestive disorder called acid reflux
or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Acid reflux is neither a
serious disorder nor life threatening. This is especially true for
those who only experience it occasionally. There are nonetheless
millions of Americans that encounter the discomfort associated with acid
reflux monthly, weekly and for some daily.
But what causes acid reflux? Well, when we eat, food moves from the
mouth through the esophagus and into the stomach for further digestion.
At the end of the esophagus there is a circular band of muscles that relax
and allow food and liquids to pass into the stomach. It then
tightens and prevents foods and stomach juices from traveling back up into
the esophagus. If, however, food or digestive juices escape the
stomach and travel back up the esophagus, irritating the esophageal
lining, this is when many people experience heartburn.
For some, acid reflux is due to a mechanical disorder where the sphincter
muscle at the end of the esophagus becomes weak or doesn’t close
correctly. This can cause them to experience acid reflux when lying
down as well as when standing up. In addition to mechanical issues
that can cause the sphincter muscle to relax, alcohol, smoking,
prescription medications and certain foods such as chocolate, onions,
spicy foods and mints can also lessen the gripping power of this muscle.
Other reasons people experience acid reflux includes eating large meals.
A large meal increases the pressure on the stomach. This pressure
can cause stomach contents to literally be pushed out of the stomach and
back into the esophagus. In addition, lying down right after a large
meal increases your chances of experiencing acid reflux because digestive
juices can more easily move in the wrong direction. Pregnancy and
obesity can also increase abdominal pressure and increase your risk of
experiencing acid reflux as well. Other digestive disorders such as
a peptic ulcer or insufficient digestive enzymes in the stomach can also
cause stomach acid to build up and back up into your esophagus.
In addition to heartburn, individuals with acid reflux can experience
difficulty swallowing, a persistent sore throat or feeling a lump in the
throat, coughing or wheezing. In more severe cases, the individual
may regurgitate blood or notice that their stool is black, which can
indicate that it contains partially digested blood.
Recommendations for Wellness
Eat a number of smaller, more frequent meals instead of one or two large
meals daily.
Avoid lying down right after eating. Give your body a couple of
hours to digest the food you’ve just eaten.
If you experience acid reflux at night, elevate your head or the head of
your bed 4-6 inches.
If you are overweight, begin a diet and exercise program to help you shed
a few pounds.
Take a good look at what you are eating. If you are consuming
chocolate, alcohol, fried or fatty foods, foods flavored with peppermint
or spearmints or acidic beverages such as certain juices, coffee, tea and
carbonated beverages, they may be contributing to your acid reflux and
should be avoided.
If you are taking prescription medications or suffer from a peptic ulcer,
discuss your concerns with to your doctor to help you rule them out as the
true cause of your acid reflux.
Reduce your stress level. Sing, dance, meditate, practice deep
breathing or do yoga to help your body relax. This will help to
reduce the pressure on your stomach.
Carminatives such as chamomile, fennel, ginger, peppermint and sage can
work to sooth stomach muscles, increase the secretions of digestive juices
as well as promote bile flow.
Similarly, digestive bitters improve digestion through enhanced secretion
of digestive juices
Soothing herbs such as aloe vera, marshmallow and slippery elm have
traditionally been use to combat the irritation often associated with
heartburn.
If you feel as if the foods you are consuming are not being digested
properly, try taking digestive enzymes before each meal to help break down
foods in the stomach and improve digestion. Food enzymes come in
many forms. There are broad spectrum food enzymes that can help to
digest proteins, carbohydrates and fats. There are also specialized
enzymes that help digest specific types of foods such as fats, proteins
and milk.
© Copyright Body, Mind & SoulHealer 2004. All rights reserved.
__________________
Dr. Rita Louise, PhD is a
Naturopathic Physician and a 20-year veteran in the Human Potential Field,
and it is her unique gift as a medical intuitive that enlivens her work.
Author of the books “Avoiding the Cosmic 2x4” and “The Power Within:
A Psychic Healing Primer”, Dr. Rita Louise, Ph.D. a can help you
identify what is really going on and provide you with straightforward
guidance and advice. She can be reached by calling 972-475-3393 or
visiting her website at http://www.soulhealer.com
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