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Acid reflux is an incredibly common health issue that is often overlooked or self-diagnosed improperly. On average 60 million adults suffer from acid reflux every month, 25 million of which experience symptoms on a daily basis. But even being such a common health issue, acid reflux is often misunderstood.
What are acid reflux and GERD? Why does it happen? How can you reduce the symptoms in a natural way?
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What is acid reflux?
First off, it’s incredibly important to contact a medical professional regarding acid reflux or reoccurring acid reflux. It’s referred to as Acid Reflux Disease or Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Acid reflux and GERD can be caused by or lead to serious health issues, which should be properly treated by a medical professional.