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Acid Reflux May 18, 2015

5 Acid Reflux Medications: Which One is Best for You?

There are many different medications out there to treat the symptoms of acid reflux. One could be just what you need to kill the burn.

Acid Reflux February 5, 2015

7 Causes of Acid Reflux: It's Not Always What You Eat

There is a common misconception that if you suffer from acid reflux, you must be eating spicy foods, drinking martinis and smoking cigars on a regular basis. This is not true, said Dr. Anish Sheth.

Acid Reflux February 5, 2015

Caffeine, Alcohol Can Trigger Acid Reflux

Acid reflux, or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), occurs when stomach acid and partially digested food is regurgitated back into your esophagus, causing an uncomfortable burning sensation, nausea and even vomiting. Many individuals choose to ignore these symptoms, or treat them as an inevitable part of life, but certain treatments can prove extremely effective at reducing the effects of acid reflux, or even eliminating them altogether. While there is a range of different ways to treat and manage GERD, making specific changes to one鈥檚 diet can often be a simple and effective way to reduce the frequency and severity of symptoms. Your doctor can advise you on the healthiest and best dietary changes for you.

Acid Reflux February 5, 2015

5 Ways to Treat Acid Reflux Symptoms Naturally

Lifestyle and dietary changes may help, as will a number of over-the-counter and prescription medications. But there are also several natural ways to eliminate the symptoms of acid reflux.

DIGESTIVE HEALTH January 13, 2015

Diners at NYC restaurant at risk of getting hepatitis A

A trendy West Village restaurant has a new item on its dessert menu to go along with the apple strudel and pumpkin cheesecake 鈥� hepatitis A.

DIGESTIVE HEALTH November 20, 2014

Fecal Transplants Have the Ick Factor, But Research Suggests They Work

Getting a 鈥渇ecal transplant鈥� sounds like a pretty icky proposition. But according to data presented at a meeting of the American College of Gastroenterology, the procedure seems to work very well to treat recurrent bouts of Clostridium difficile infection

DIGESTIVE HEALTH November 20, 2014

North Carolina farm recalls cantaloupes sent to New York

A North Carolina farm is recalling 580 cases of cantaloupes that were sent to New York because they could be contaminated with listeria.

Acid Reflux November 20, 2014

Lifestyle Changes Can Help Manage Acid Reflux

Nearly one out of every 10 adults suffers from acid reflux, yet the condition is often not properly diagnosed and treated. Acid reflux or GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) occurs when contents from the stomach flow back up into the esophagus, causing a painful burning sensation that can be incapacitating. In many cases, ignoring these symptoms, or treating them as simple heartburn, can lead to worsening pain and more serious medical issues. Doctors say that some simple remedies can help ease discomfort and control the effects of GERD. Here are five ways to effectively manage and treat the symptoms of acid reflux:

Indigestion November 20, 2014

Indigestion Is Treatable But May Signal Underlying Condition

Indigestion, also known as dyspepsia, is a term used to describe symptoms including a feeling of fullness, discomfort or a burning sensation in the abdomen after meals. It is most common in adults and can occur occasionally or every day. Often these symptoms can be managed and suppressed with the appropriate medication or dietary changes. Frequent indigestion can often be the sign of a more serious underlying condition, so it鈥檚 best to consult your doctor if the problem persists.

Indigestion November 20, 2014

Eat Slowly to Help Manage Indigestion

Indigestion is a guaranteed way to ruin a good meal.聽Indigestion, also called dyspepsia, usually results聽in feeling way too full, and it is often accompanied by聽chest pain or burning.聽Indigestion may also lead to nausea and bloating. Luckily, indigestion is not inevitable. The first step to聽preventing indigestion is to stop eating food that upsets your digestive system. To get along peacefully with your digestive system, follow these straightforward steps.