About Heartburn / GERD: Heartburn Remedies

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Heartburn / GERD Heartburn / GERD Symptoms / Diagnosis Get Relief Burn-Free Diet From Sharon Gillson, your Guide to Heartburn / GERD GERD Screening Quiz | Infant Reflux Screening Quiz | Hiatal Hernia Screening Quiz | What is Heartburn? | What is GERD? | Learn About Hiatal Hernias Home Remedies for Heartburn If you're one of the millions of people who suffer from heartburn, be it occasionally (once a month) or chronically (2 to 3 times a week), you may be eager to seek out natural remedies for heartburn. Available drug treatment options, such as antacids, H2 blockers, and proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), can indeed help. But try-at-home natural remedies for heartburn may also have an appeal -- especially if you have been on your medication for some time. Related Resources: Baking soda Apple vinegar cider DGL Licorice Search Related Topics:  natural heartburn remedies  preventing heartburn  gerd When Do You Need an Antacid? If you do take an antacid, it should be used only for occasional relief of mild heartburn or indigestion. If you're taking antacids for longer than two weeks, then the heartburn may be caused by a more serious medical problem. It is important that you consult your doctor for a further evaluation. You should see your doctor even sooner if you're experiencing any symptoms severe enough to interfere with your lifestyle. There are some symptoms that should talk to your doctor about. Antacids include: Chooz Gaviscon Maalox Mylanta Rolaids Tums Search Related Topics:  antacids  heartburn treatments  proton pump inhibitors H2 Blockers for Heartburn Treatment H2 blockers, which are also called H2-receptor antagonists, are medicines used to reduce the amount of acid the stomach produces. The H2-blockers block histamine's ability to bind to one kind of histamine receptor on cells: the histamine-2 receptor. Learn what H2 blockers are and what they do. Types of H2 blockers: Axid Pepcid Tagamet Zantac Related Resources: What is Heartburn? What is GERD What is Erosive Esophagitis What is Zollinger-Ellison syndrome What are Peptic Ulcers Search Related Topics:  antacids  h2 blockers  proton pump inhibitors Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are a group of medications that have been used to decrease the amount of acid in the stomach and intestines. Doctors prescribe PPIs to treat people with GERD, ulcers in the stomach or intestine, or other digestive disorders where the production of stomach acid needs to be controlled. Read more about what proton pump inhibitors are and what they do. Types of PPIs: Aciphex Dexilant Nexium Prevacid Prilosec Protonix Related Resources: GERD Erosive Esophagitis Zollinger-Ellison syndrome Peptic Ulcers Search Related Topics:  antacids  h2 blockers  proton pump inhibitors Related Searches Heartburn Gerd Acid Heartburn Cure Heartburn Help Heartburn Treatment Heartburn Remedy Featured Articles Symptoms and Causes of Chronic Heartburn Prevention and Treatment Medications and Remedies Daily Life Screening Quizzes - Test Your Knowledge - FAQs Glossary of Heartburn-Related Terms   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...> This newsletter is written by: Sharon Gillson Heartburn / GERD Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Heartburn / GERD newsletter. If you wish to change your email address, please click here. If you would like to unsubscribe from all newsletters sent from About.com, please send an email to optout@about.com with "Unsubscribe" as the subject line. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2014 About.com   Must Reads What is Heartburn? Symptoms of Heartburn Diagnosis of Heartburn Treatment of Heartburn What Causes Heartburn   Follow me on: Advertisement

About Weight Loss: Are You Eating Enough Protein to Lose Weight?

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Weight Loss Weight Loss Healthy Eating & Diet Fitness Motivation From Malia Frey, your Guide to Weight Loss Protein is everywhere these days.  Food companies are adding it to breakfast cereals, beverages, and snack bars to make dieters feel healthier when they consume their foods.  But is eating more protein really better if you want to lose weight?  Actually the answer is no. You've got to eat the right amount of protein - no more, no less - to lose weight effectively.   How Much Protein Should I Eat to Lose Weight? Ignore the fads and use solid research-backed guidelines to get the right amount of protein in your diet.  If you eat too much, it will be stored as fat. So be sure to check your number!   Search Related Topics:  healthy eating  healthy grocery shopping  caloric needs How to Lose Weight with Lean Protein Many successful dieters are learning how to lose weight with lean protein-based diets.  And research supports the trend.  But you should make sure you're getting protein from the best sources and eating the right amount. Search Related Topics:  healthy eating  cutting calories  losing weight 5 Ways to Eat More Protein and Lose Weight You don't have to eat chicken breast at every meal to get enough protein in your diet. Find out how to find other foods with protein to make every meal delicious and well balanced - even dessert! Search Related Topics:  how much protein  meal planning strategies  healthy habits for weight loss Boost Your Metabolism with Lean Protein Researchers have found that dieters who eat more protein may be able to maintain a healthier metabolism over the long-term.  Find out why it works and how you can make it work for you. Related Searches Weight Loss Drinks Protein Diet Drink Best Protein Foods Whey Protein Bars Protein Intake Featured Articles How to Build a Lean Body Healthy Low-Calorie Desserts Avoid Common Portion Size Mistakes Healthy Snacks: Tips and Recipes How to Maintain Your Weight The Most Effective Weight Loss Strategies   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...> This newsletter is written by: Malia Frey Weight Loss Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Weight Loss newsletter. If you wish to change your email address, please click here. If you would like to unsubscribe from all newsletters sent from About.com, please send an email to optout@about.com with "Unsubscribe" as the subject line. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2014 About.com   Should You Drink Your Protein? Weight Loss Smoothie Dos and Don'ts Juicing for Weight Loss: Does It Really Work? 7 Drinks That Can Ruin Your Diet   Follow me on: Advertisement

About Low Carb Diets: 5 Nutrients You May Be Missing

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Low Carb Diets Low Carb Diets Getting Started Health and Nutrition Recipes From Laura Dolson, your Guide to Low Carb Diets  When we change our diets, we may wonder whether we're getting adequate nutrition.  A low-carb diet, after all, can be healthy or unhealthy, depending on our food choices.  This week I bring you some great information to help you make high-nutrient food choices.  One key is variety!  Try some new foods or new recipes this week!  Laura 5 Nutrients You May Be Missing  People don't always get the nutrition they need, but people on low-carb diets can be even more lacking in five vitamins and minerals.  Find out what they are and how to get them on a low-carb diet. 12 Complete Low-Carb Menus These low-carb menus will give you all the vitamins and minerals you need for the day.  See more nutrition tips in Making Your Carbs Count. Search Related Topics:  low carb menus  low carb recipes  Rid Yourself of Cravings Almost everyone has to deal with food cravings from time to time.  I discuss 8 causes of cravings, how to avoid them, and 20 things to do when you get cravings. Search Related Topics:  low carb living  low carb foods  low carb menus Is Your Diet Giving You Bad Breath? There are a couple of ways that a low-carb way of eating can cause bad breath. If this is a problem for you or someone you know, check this out. Search Related Topics:  beginning a low carb diet  low carb health  Related Searches Low Carb Diets Atkins Diet Food Healthy Diet Couch to 5 K Protein Diet Recipes Featured Articles Low-Carb Guide to Food Labels Low-Carb Grocery List Low-Carb Vegetable List Low-Carb Fruit List Cooking Tips All Laura's Low-Carb Recipes   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...> This newsletter is written by: Laura Dolson Low Carb Diets Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Low Carb Diets newsletter. If you wish to change your email address, please click here. If you would like to unsubscribe from all newsletters sent from About.com, please send an email to optout@about.com with "Unsubscribe" as the subject line. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2014 About.com   Must Reads How to Cut Carbs 6 Steps for the Beginner Top 10 Low Carb Mistakes Low-Carb Food Pyramid How to Get Through the First Week   Follow me on: Advertisement