I have the same problem! All the meds I've taken have taken the edge off the heartburn/reflux, then not only did the symptoms come back, but they are worse than ever. I went off all meds, and it feels about the same, but at least I'm not super medicated.
The only thing that has provided some relief is drinking chamomile tea. Sometimes I mix in like 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda, which is an antacid, and that can help relieve symptoms temporarily.
Also, Heather said this about frequent heartburn:
"In naturopathic medicine, heartburn is often thought to be caused by low stomach acid which causes the undigested food to sit in the stomach too long and create pressure. It can also contribute to inadequately digested protein in the stomach. This can disrupt the digestive process downstream as well. If you followed the tips I listed above and still experienced heartburn, you might want to follow up with a provider to test your stomach acid levels. "
I am trying to find a naturopathic doctor, because the ones I see through my HMO have no idea how to help me. Might be worth checking into.
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