studies, around 28% of adults in America experience acid reflux, or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Unfortunately, doctors have noticed that younger patients have started complaining about frequent heartburn and digestive issues.
Experts believe poor dietary habits, elevated stress levels, sedentary lifestyles, smoking, and high body mass indexes (BMI) have increased GERD prevalence.GERD occurs when stomach acid travels back into the esophagus, which causes a burning sensation in your chest and throat.
Heartburn can last anywhere from several minutes to a few hours, depending on the severity. Many people use prescription or over-the-counter medications to combat symptoms, but lifestyle changes can also work wonders in treating acid reflux.
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