Click Here to Check it out!
Friday, May 27, 2011
Acid Reflux Drug-Free Natural cures
Click Here to Check it out!
Thursday, May 26, 2011
There A Link Between Gastric Reflux and Fibromyalgia
The root cause of Fibromyalgia seems to be the lack of deep sleep cycles. Without these deep sleep periods, the body can not do what it is supposed to do while it is sleeping. This is when the mind reorganizes itself, and also, the body heals from the rigors of your day. If that can’t happen, you can surely imagine why someone with Fibromyalgia might have a host of problems.
Gastric reflux (or GERD) is something that seems to be more and more common. The stomach produces acids meant to help digest foods. If this acid gets into places in the body where it should not be, pain and burning result. A person with gastric reflux knows this all too well.
There is a ring of muscles at the top of the stomach. When this ring cannot close properly, acid can move up into the esophagus and into the throat and mouth. Though you can’t say that this is the cause of Fibromyalgia, you can certainly see how this would make things worse for someone who has the condition.
Because a person with Fibromyalgia already wakes up multiple times a night, gastric reflux is going to cause this to happen even more. If a person was getting any amount of deep sleep at all, the reflux has probably eliminated that altogether. It would stand to reason that getting the gastric reflux under control can help with getting more sleep, though it certainly won’t give someone total relief from Fibromyalgia. It can improve things a little though.
If you are having bouts of heartburn, you should talk to your doctor about getting it under control to see if that helps with your sleeping patterns or not. There are different medications you can try, and also some natural remedies that your doctor might say you can try if they are safe for you.
There are also some things you can do at home if you think that gastric reflux and Fibromyalgia are keeping you up at night. You can modify your sleeping position to see if that stops the stomach acid from leaking from your stomach. You should also avoid things that are known to cause flare ups of reflux. These things might be citrus fruits, alcohol, spicy foods, and some other items that you may have noticed bother you.
Ask your doctor about what over -the-counter medications might make your gastric reflux worse, and remember to take your prescriptions as recommended. Though this will not solve your problem, it might offer you some small measure of relief. Anyone with acid reflux and Fibromyalgia will tell you that every little bit helps.
View the original article here
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Duro-Med Bed Wedge, 12" x 24" x 24"
Click Here for a Special Discount Price from Amazon
Features of the Duro-Med Bed Wedge: Ideal for head, foot or leg elevation. Comfortable, gradual slope helps to ease respiratory problems, and neck and shoulder pain.
Zippered polyester/cotton cover removes easily for washing. 12" x 24" x 24".
Once removed from original packaging this item is not returnable.
Duro-Med Bed Wedge Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars all the difference in the world,
By Elvisettey "elvisette" (USA) -
I have severe acid reflux, and, even with prescription and OTC medicines, I was still waking up almost every night of the week with miserable, choking acid symptoms.
The first night I got this was the first full night of sleep I'd had in ages. And, ever since getting this pillow two-plus months ago, I have had not one single night of acid-awakening. Not one! The difference is night and day, truly amazing.
An unexpected benefit is that the solid wedge pillow gives a great deal of back support; I've noticed a difference in upper back pain in particular since getting the pillow. It's quite firm, so it keeps your back in a firm line.
This isn't a soft, cushy pillow and isn't meant to be, so do be aware of that. But it wouldn't work if it was. I repeat, this has been a tremendous health benefit for me, in more ways than one.
Also, it's much easier than elevating your bed with casters, and it's portable.
HIGHLY recommended.
===================================
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome,
By bezoarrn - See all my reviews
I am so pleased with this item. I am a large person with a bad back and even worse neck. I was afraid this would compress flat, losing the benefits of the wedge shape. I was also afraid my back and neck couldn't handle the incline. Not so! It is very firm but still confortable, giving support to both neck and back. It's very sturdy. It is wide enough to allow me to sleep comfortably and long enough to give me room to put my contour pillow at the top and still have head room. No snoring or reflux since night one. The pillow case is soft and fits tight. Delivery was very fast. I would recommend this to everyone, unless you are looking for a soft, cushy, squishy thing just to sit up in bed.
=================================
4.0 out of 5 stars Wedge Pillow,
By J. N. (Honolulu, HI) -
I bought this pillow because I am pregnant and need to sleep on an incline to get comfortable. I sleep a lot better with it, but because the incline is so steep, I often slide down the pillow as the night progresses, and I wake up with my head near the bottom of the pillow. I would have preferred one that had more grip or ridges, to prevent me from sliding. I do like the level of incline I am in, and plan to continue to use the pillow post-pregnancy.
Overall, I am very happy with my purchase, and would buy it again! The pillow is surprisingly firm, which is great for my ba
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)