Acid reflux? GERD? Taking the little purple pill? More than 25% of Americans have this problem. Is there another answer?
Mark Hyman, MD, (drhyman.com) a leading clinician in Functional Medicine recently addressed this issue. 44% of Americans have heartburn at least once a month. The acid-blocking medications – Prevacid, Prilosec, Nexium – are the third most commonly prescribed medications! Reflux causes many problems and so we need to ask “WHY”. Why do you have reflux? Some common triggers: Fried or spicy foods Citrus or tomato-based foods Processed foods Alcohol or caffeine Smoking What else might be the cause of your discomfort?...