Gastroesophageal reflux is the backflow of contents of the stomach into the esophagus that is often the result of incompetence of the lower esophageal sphincter. Gastric juices are acidic and therefore produce burning pain in the esophagus. Repeated episodes of reflux often result in gastroesophageal reflux disease, or G.E.R.D. The frequent acid in the esophagus can cause esophagitis, inflammation of the esophageal mucosa. A possible cause of increased acid in the stomach is the lack of adequate digestive enzymes and/or the lack of adequate digestion. Both circumstances might occur as a result of poor diet, stressful lifestyle, … [Read more...]

  This is the time of year when more people tend to experience cramps with the warm weather, whether from lack of effective re-hydration, or the intense physical activity that comes with being outside and in the sunshine. A few weeks ago, we introduced the number one company in the mining and manufacturing of trace mineral products: Trace Mineral Research.In addition to its flagship product Concentrace, Trace Mineral Research's line includes a multitude of products for mineral and electrolyte replenishment, including ENDURE. This sugar-free electrolyte formula can be added to water to help patients minimize cramping, whether from … [Read more...]