Friday, October 19, 2012

18 Oct

Aim:
Sleep by 11.30pm.
control GERD
Memerise One Bible verse per day. 
Diet
Exercise 
Qigong
Faith:


Health:
peppermint capsules (pills filled with peppermint oil) and something called zinlori.  The only problem I had with these is you burp up a lot of peppermint, but it's not so bad.  The real life saver was the zinlori.  It was miraculous!  I rarely have a problem with acid reflux any more.  
ocus on the foods that are higher in fat/calories that are also healthy, and, to my knowledge, ALKALINE forming in the stomach, like Avacado, Almonds, Almond butter, Extra virgin olive oil, flax, whole oats, quinoa, wild rice, soft goat cheese, pure maple syrup

A friend of ours was on facebook one day and began chatting with me. I told her about Patrick and she suggested that I check out a new website on gluten sensitivity, Gluten Free Society.org. I am so grateful to her that I did. This website has changed our life. Dr. Osborne, the doctor who started up this website has amazing insight into the gluten free diet. He is trying to change the way people look at living gluten free. Based on studies, he claims that there is gluten in ALL GRAINS, including those deemed safe on a typical gluten free diet such as corn and rice.
Once we eliminated corn and rice from our already gluten free diet, Patrick began to gain weight and got over his acid reflux overnight. It was a miracle!


My acid reflux was so bad that my throat felt swollen and prevented me from eating, making my already precarious dietary situation even worse.  Prescription anti-acids were not working for me.  When my doctor upped my dosage of pills and added liquid anti-acids to the regimen, I put my foot down and said no, I was not going to treat a dietary issue with drugs and more drugs.  If diet is the cause of acid reflux, then surely it is the cure as well.  Within two days of a strict acid reflux supportive diet, I started to feel better (this was started at the same time as going gluten-free, so that certainly helped, too!).
Beating acid reflux with dietary changes is easy.  You just have to be committed.  In addition to adhering to a gluten-free diet, here’s guidance for what to eat, what to avoid and why it’s important to beat it.
 Avoid and/or minimize: spicy foods; raw garlic and onions; tomato-based sauces and foods; highly fatty and fried foods, citrusfruits; chocolate and caffeinated beverages and; mint/pepppermint.  As with all things in life, make trade-offs.  If you can’t go without chocolate, then be sure to limit other foods.  Also, use a food diary to get a picture of the foods that cause the most discomfort for you. 
Increase your intake of:  water; fiber; non-citrus fruits, such as apples, bananas and pears and; vegetables such as broccoli, cabbage, carrots, grean beans, peas and potatoes.
Switch from:  regular dairy products to low-fat dairy products, such as 1% or skim milk and fat-free or low-fat yogurt; high-fat meats to leaner cuts of beef, poultry and fish; creamy dressings, butter and high-fat sauces to low-fat varieties and or broths.
Left untreated, GERD can lead to esophagitis, esophageal ulcers, hoarseness, chronic pulmonary disease, and Barrett’s esophagus (the lining of the esophagus changes and increases the risk of developing cancer of the esophagus).  Take control of your diet now to control the symptoms and prevent long-term health consequences.

Some "safe" foods include:
  • Fresh juice and fruit juices (not citrus)
  • Vegetables (e.g., baked potatoes, carrots, green beans, peas)
  • Lean meat, chicken breast, fish
  • Fat-free or low-fat dairy products
Acceptable fruits include bananas and apples in any form. Broccoli, cabbage, carrots, green beans and peas are all safe vegetables. Protein, found in chicken, egg whites and fish, exerts pressure on the problematic sphincter and is good for heartburn. However, meats should always consist of lean cuts. Fat-free feta or goat cheese, cream cheese and sour cream are also safe.

Read more: http://www.answers.com/guides/acid-reflux-diet#ixzz29h2Ta4Mu



Using this set of criteria, we have listed two of the best acid reflux treatments you can find online.
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The Acid Control formula is especially made to act like a dual-control system. It works to protect your esophagus from the acid that has been bothering your stomach. Also, it works to reduce too much production of these acids.
On the other hand, the Enzyme Renewal Formula works to rebalance no less than your digestive enzymes. This is a very critical part if you want efficient and healthy food digestion.
Lastly, there is the Digestion Support formula which you can make use of to optimize the functions served by your digestive system. As an end result, you will be assured of a healthier digestion process.
How much should you pay for this reflux elimination system? It will cost you only around $97.95.
If you are after a homeopathic remedy for acid reflux, this is a formula that you can trust. Coming from Native Remedies,Acid Free-Flux works to remedy not only acid reflux but indigestion and heartburn as well.
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This product which is also known to soothe the stomach lining and the esophagus is currently selling at $47.95 per bottle. Get $10 discount if you buy directly from Native Remedies.


Foods to eat with acid reflux

An effective acid reflux diet plan includes knowing both what acid reflux food to avoid and what food to eat.
Food to eat for acid reflux relief normally consists of items with slight to no actual acidity in themselves.
  • foods for acid refluxThis includes fruits and vegetablessuch as raw apples, bananas, almonds, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, celery, beetroots etc.
  • Lean meats and low fat diaryproducts are also fine.
  • Brown rice, potato, whole wheat pastas and whole grain breads are excellent acid reflux remedies.

The next list of foods are considered to be safe foods if you are on an acid reflux diet:

Fruit - fresh apple, dried apple, banana, apple juice, pineapple, papaya( these help to neutralize stomach acid)

Vegetables - carrots, baked potato, broccoli, cabbage, peas, green beans

Meat - extra-lean ground beef, skinless chicken breast, London Broil steak, fish with no added fat, egg whites, egg substitutes

Dairy - feta or goat cheese, fat-free sour cream, fat-free cream cheese, low-fat soy cheese

Grains - Corn bread, multi-grain or white bread, graham crackers, bran or oatmeal cereal, pretzels, brown or white rice, rice cakes

Beverages - Mineral water

Fats/oils - low-fat salad dressings

Sweets/desserts - fat-free cookies, red licorice, jelly beans, baked potato chips

The following foods are to be consumed in moderation when you are following an acid reflux diet:

Fruit - low-acid orange juice, peach, apple cider, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, dried cranberries, grapes

Vegetables - onion that is cooked, garlic, leeks, scallions, sauerkraut

Meat - lean ground beef, scrambled eggs in butter, chicken salad, fried eggs, tuna salad, fried fish, beef or pork hot dogs, ham

Dairy - Yogurt, frozen yogurt, 2% or skim milk, low-fat cottage cheese, mozzarella cheese, cheddar cheese

Grains - Granola cereal, garlic bread, muffin

Beverages - Non-alcoholic wine, non-alcoholic beer, cola, beer, root beer

Fats/oils - Ketchup

Sweets/desserts - low-fat cookie


  • Low-fat foods: The key to reducing the occurrence of acid reflux is to reduce the acid that your stomach produces. One of the simplest ways you can do this is to choose low-fat foods. Think about the foods you like, then look for low-fat versions. This is particularly important when you are looking for desserts. The reward? You can still enjoy a yummy dessert without having to pay the price of heartburn, and you are reducing your caloric intake as well.
  • Dairy: Some people have difficulty with milk, but often simply changing from whole milk to one 1 percent milk or skim milk is all it takes to reduce or even eliminate acid reflux. Select the low-fat versions of other dairy products as well, including cottage cheese, sour cream, and cream cheese.
  • Animal Products: Again, you need to think of low-fat choices when you look for meats that may reduce the incidence of acid reflux. Choose skinless chicken breasts, turkey meat, including ground turkey, and fish over red meats. If you must have ground beef, choose extra lean or ground chuck instead.
  • Fruits: Certain fruits can actually neutralize stomach acids. These include apples, grapes, and bananas, so eat lots of these!
  • Vegetables: Certain vegetables can help to regulate the stomach acids in your body. Fill up on peas, green beans, and broccoli. Baked potatoes are a good choice as well.
  • Cereals and breads: When selecting cereals and breads opt for whole grains. Oatmeal is a great choice as well.
  • Beverages: To reduce the risk of acid reflux, choose decaffeinated drinks and, of course, drink plenty of water throughout the day.
  • Other: Choose salad dressings and cooking oils wisely as well, selecting low-fat dressings instead of regular dressing and olive oil or broth instead of vegetable oil.



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