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GERD Gourmet

Can you eat the foods you like and still prevent acid reflux? Don't compromise on taste! A new cookbook offers tips for a guilt and GERD-free diet. Cooking to Reduce the Burn presents new recipes and tips for managing GERD in a healthy and delicious way. An expert discusses the new recipes and how portion control can greatly affect the symptoms of GERD. 

Losing Sleep Over Heartburn?

A good night's sleep is key to a healthy lifestyle. Not only can heartburn get in the way of a good night's sleep, but going to bed can actually make heartburn worse, even if you're on medication. Lack of sleep can result in fatigue, irritability and, in some cases, even depression. Experts talk about nighttime heartburn, and what you can do to fight it by changing your evening diet and bedtime behavior.