Indigestion solutions with Zemaflux: We guarantee ZEMAFLUX® can put an end to your reflux problems – once and for all. Do you experience that burning acid feeling after a glass of wine or spirits or beer? Do you feel acid rising in your chest when you bend down? These are the agonising symptoms of acid reflux and heartburn, most likely caused by a weak sphincter valve that allows back-flow of stomach acid. Zemaflux treats the root cause – a weak sphincter valve. It exercises the LES muscles. They become stronger and the leaky sphincter valve starts working correctly. Read even more information on stomach acid remedies. Multiple clinical studies around the world have proven that Zemaflux diaphragmatic breathing exercises (dB) can reduce the occurrence of acid reflux. Positive results varying from 46.6% to 66.5% increase in LES strength have been achieved by exercise of the LES muscle group.

To reduce nighttime symptoms, elevating the head of the bed about six inches may also help, but make sure to do this by propping up the mattress or bed frame, not by using pillows. Using pillows can lead to back or neck pain and compression on the stomach that could actually increase GERD symptoms. Too much stomach acid reflux can result in inflammation of the esophagus (esophagitis), which can lead to esophageal bleeding or ulcers. Chronic scarring may narrow the esophagus and interfere with a person’s ability to swallow, requiring surgery. Rarely, some individuals may develop a condition known as Barrett’s Esophagus that is severe damage to the cells lining the lower area of the esophagus, which increases the risk of developing esophageal cancer. Please talk to your physician if your GERD symptoms change.

What are some common signs of GERD? One of the most common signs of GERD is heartburn, which is a burning sensation in the chest. This can usually happen after eating and might worsen at night or while lying down. Other symptoms include regurgitation of food in your throat, upper belly pain, sensation of a lump in your throat, or a wet burp in the back of your throat. If you experience nighttime acid reflux, you might also experience an ongoing cough, inflammation of the vocal cords, and new or worsening asthma.

Another common symptom is a sensation of food or liquid coming up into the throat or mouth (regurgitation), especially when bending over or lying down. This can leave a bitter or sour taste in the mouth. While many Canadians experience occasional heartburn or regurgitation, these symptoms are frequent in persons with GERD who are not receiving adequate treatment. Individuals with GERD can also experience less common symptoms, including persistent sore throat, hoarseness, chronic coughing, difficult or painful swallowing, asthma, unexplained chest pain, bad breath, a feeling of a lump in the throat, and an uncomfortable feeling of fullness after meals. Read additional details at zemaflux.com.

What is acid reflux? Acid reflux (acid indigestion or heartburn) causes a burning pain in your chest. It develops when stomach acid travels (refluxes) up your esophagus (the pipe connecting your throat and stomach). When you swallow, food or drink goes down the esophagus into your stomach through a muscular ring — the lower esophageal sphincter (LES). The LES stops food and stomach acid from escaping the stomach by closing when food enters the stomach. Stomach acid starts breaking down food to begin digestion. This acid is powerful, but the tissues lining your stomach can withstand its effects. The lining of your esophagus isn’t designed to cope with stomach acid, so when it refluxes, the acid burns your esophagus.

Heartburn is a symptom of acid reflux, which creates a burning feeling in the chest or throat caused by stomach acid flowing up into the esophagus. The feeling can last for a few minutes or several hours after eating. Heartburn can be caused by certain foods and drinks. Spicy foods or those with high acidity, such as coffee, are common sources of heartburn for some people. The pain may get worse if you lie down because it allows the stomach acid to flow more easily into the esophagus.