Home Remedies and Prevention

Over-the-counter antacids and prescription medications are the most common treatments for GERD. In the most severe cases, surgery may even be required. But regardless of how bad your GERD symptoms are, successfully fighting heartburn and acid reflux also requires some changes in lifestyle, ranging from the food you eat to the clothes you wear.   View slideshow

From butterflies in your stomach before giving a big speech at work to an ulcer that acts up whenever things get tough, our gastrointestinal health seems to be intimately connected to our emotions. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) or acid reflux is no exception, and heartburn symptoms can escalate right along with your workload.  Read More

If you have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), how you eat is almost as important as what you eat. That means slow it down, no late-night snacks, and don't hit the hay right after meals. But choosing food wisely is also key.   View slideshow

Because you can grab over-the-counter heartburn remedies quickly at a drugstore without a doctor's visit or a prescription, these are often the first line of defense against GERD. But a glance down the pharmacy aisle shows a vast array of choices. Which product is the right one to help you quash the burning pain in your chest?  Read More

Just about everyone experiences heartburn from time to time. If you get heartburn once in a while, changing your diet or lifestyle—such as eating small, frequent meals and quitting smoking—can often head off heartburn before it gets started. Over-the-counter remedies such as Mylanta, Pepcid, or Prilosec OTC, will also help get heartburn under control.  Read More

If you're really craving tailgate fare, try these swaps to keep GERD at bay.   View slideshow

If you're prone to heartburn or have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), certain days may fill you with dread. But if you don't eat too much and choose the right foods, you can survive that food-related holiday.   View slideshow