GERD, or Gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a very common ailment affecting millions of people worldwide. GERD is known by many names, including Esophagitis, reflux, acid reflux, even (incorrectly) hiatal hernia. Gastroesophageal reflux is the term used to describe a backflow of acid from the stomach into the swallowing tube or esophagus. The most common symptom [...]

Exercises During Pregnancy Can Affect Acid reflux Exercises during pregnancy can affect acid reflux. One of the primary contributing factors for acid refluxis excess weight. Even during pregnancy, when sensible weight gain is of course encouraged, the added pounds can contribute to acid reflux. To fully understand how some exercises can make acid reflux worse, [...]