Tuesday, August 18, 2009

How to Cure Acid Reflux Naturally

By Mark Johnson

If you have acid reflux you don't necessarily have to use drugs to treat it. There are many natural acid reflux treatments available that can give you relief without the risk of side effects that using drugs presents. Here's some to try.

Before you take any of these supplements, be sure to read the directions carefully, and to follow the dosages completely. You should also talk to your doctor if you're considering taking herbal remedies for acid reflux, so that you can find out how much of the supplement you should take each day.

Burdock is a detoxifying compound that also helps treat acid reflux. It appears to help both the liver and kidneys clear toxins as well as aiding in the digestion process. If you want to try this, take it with meals want to twice a day or follow the directions on the supplement you buy. In addition to burdock, you could take a celery seed which is also a recognized detoxifying herb.

Cooking with saffron could help to relieve the discomfort associated with acid reflux as well. For acid reflux, a healthy, balanced diet, as well as supplements, is recommended, so you can take saffron in the capsule form, or you can use it as a seasoning for rice, meat, or vegetables.

You may have heard of Devils claw as a supplement that reduces the risk of developing cancer. Although it is often taken for that reason it also is effective in relieving symptoms of acid reflux and heartburn.

There are many other natural treatments you can try. Since we're all different we respond differently to various treatments. However if you stay with it it's entirely likely that you'll find a natural treatment combination that works well for you.

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