Archive for July, 2009

Why Acid Indigestion Does more Damage at Night

Acid reflux is worse at night for four reasons.
First, the concentration of acid in the stomach is higher at night.
Second, while lying in bed (horizontal), it is easier for acid to reflux and to remain in the esophagus.  Gravity does not take the acid back down into the stomach.
Third, while we are sleeping, we don’t swallow. Swallowing is [...]

Sleeping With Heartburn Carries Cancer Risk

In an article from WebMD, talking about “The Heartburn – Tobacco Connection”, I came across this slap in my face revelation:
“And chronic heartburn, due to gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD) can cause more than serious pain; it can disrupt your sleep and interfere with your life.  Sleeping With Heartburn Carries Cancer Risks.”
There are two lifestyle changes [...]

Bed Elevation Reduces Nighttime Acid Indigestion

Elevating Your Bed with Blocks or Books
Placing books or blocks under your headboard, in order to raise the head of your set of bedding will damage your bed and lead to a sag in the middle of the mattress. If this insufficient support is discovered by a third party mattress inspector researching a warranty claim, [...]