HEARTBURN, INDIGESTION, GERD (GASTRO-ESOPHAGEAL REFLUX DISEASE)

Indigestion, heartburn, or Gastro-esophageal reflux disease, are characterized by acidity or burning in the chest, feeling gaseous, or discomfort after eating. The severity ranges from mild discomfort to irritation and actual breakdown of the esophageal lining. Excess stomach acid (HCL) is frequently blamed but frequently deficient stomach acid is often the cause of indigestion especially in people over 50.

In our "hurry-up" world we frequently eat on the run, consume fast foods, fried foods, and excess sugars and starches all of which can contribute to indigestion.
If pain or discomfort persists or worsens with the recommendations suggested please consult a physician to rule out a more serious condition.

Diet and Lifestyle:

Avoid Coffee, tea, alcohol and carbonated beverages. Avoid all sodas.
Don’t drink cold fluids with your food, or large amounts of fluids. Drink small amounts of warm or room temperature fluids. This will avoid diluting your stomach acid.
Avoid frequent use of antacids.
Maintain or reach a normal weight. GERD is contributed to by the pressure on the esophageal sphincter by excess stomach weight.
Chew your food! This will break the food into smaller pieces, allowing it to mix with saliva and digestive enzymes in your mouth so that digestion can start even before it reaches the more powerful digestive enzymes in the stomach.
Allow time to eat. Put your fork or spoon down between meals. Eat with a friend and have conversation with your meal.
Go for a walk when possible after meals.
Sit up after eating.
Sleep with 2 pillows if you have heartburn during the night.
Stop smoking! Nicotine increases reflux into the esophagus.

Naturopathic Protocol:
Men up to age 40 and post menopausal women: (contains no iron)
Wellness Essentials™ (MET): 1 packet in AM and PM. Great multi-vitamin with detoxification support (has some AdvaCear®).
Fish Oil, Ultra Pure 360 EPA/240 DHA (VN) OR Flax Oil Certified Organic 1000 mg Softgels (VN): 1 capsule in AM and PM. Provides essential fatty acids.
Greens First: or Red Alert: 1 – 2 scoops per day. Provides the antioxidant power of 10 servings of fruits and vegetables.

Men over 40:
Wellness Essentials™ for Men (MET): 1 packet in AM and PM. Multi-vitamins with support for vitality, strength, and stamina.
Fish Oil, Ultra Pure 360 EPA/240 DHA (VN) OR Flax Oil Certified Organic 1000 mg Softgels (VN): 1 capsule in AM and PM. Provides essential fatty acids.
Greens First: or Red Alert: 1 – 2 scoops per day. Provides the antioxidant power of 10 servings of fruits and vegetables.

Women who are menstruating: (Contains iron)
Wellness Essentials™ for Women (MET): 1 packet in AM and PM. Multi-Vitamins with extra calcium added.
Fish Oil, Ultra Pure 360 EPA/240 DHA (VN) OR Flax Oil Certified Organic 1000 mg Softgels (VN): 1 capsule in AM and PM. Provides essential fatty acids.
Greens First: or Red Alert: 1 – 2 scoops per day. Provides the antioxidant power of 10 servings of fruits and vegetables.

Everyone:
Zinlori 75 (MET): 1 tablet twice daily between meals. DO NOT USE IF PREGNANT. Relief of gastric discomforts and supports integrity of the gastric mucosal lining.
Endefen 420 grams (MET): Mix 2 level tablespoons in two to four ounces of juice or water one to two times daily. Supports the overall health and function of the upper Gastrointestinal tract.
GI Repair Nutrients
Similase (IT): 1-2 capsules at the beginning of each meal. Mild digestive enzymes.
OR Gastric Complex (IT): 1-2 capsules at the beginning of each meal. Plant based digestive enzymes with demulcent herb, to protect and promote healthy gastric lining.
Probiotic Pearls (IT): 1 pearl per day. Improves/maintains good digestive flora.
UltraClear SUSTAIN® (MET) (protein powder): 2 scoops per day in a shake, water or juice. Supports the GI system.

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PLEASE CHECK WITH YOUR PHYSICIAN: IF YOU ARE NURSING OR PREGNANT, BEFORE YOU BEGIN ANY SUPPLEMENT PROGRAM, BEFORE YOU START ANY EXERCISE PROGRAM, AND BEFORE YOU STOP ANY PRESCRIPTION MEDICATONS. THESE RECOMMENDATIONS ARE FOR ADULTS. AS WITH ANY PRODUCT, DISCONTINUE USE IF ADVERSE EFFECTS OCCUR. NO STATEMENTS HAVE BEEN EVALUATED BY THE FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION. THESE PRODUCTS ARE NOT INTENDED TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, CURE OR PREVENT ANY DISEASE.

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