17-06-2014, 07:07 AM
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Re: Have you taken any acid suppression medicines?
Originally Posted by Azz
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I have been considering writing a healing diet - wonder if anyone here would be interested?
17-06-2014, 08:12 AM
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When I was much younger, I had severe problems with what was then called lazy colon.This caused me a lot of pain because food particles that were far too big were being forced through my stomach.
I had to go on a special diet for about 6 weeks but since then I've had no problems until about 2009.
I now have an unrelated hiatal hernia condition that occasionally causes acid reflux problems but I'm not on any medication as the Zantac I was given seemed reduce the severity at the time very quickly.
I read an internet article somewher,(which I can't find now!), that said people like me should avoid coffee so I stopped about 18 months ago just to see if it did make any difference.
Although I do still have to be careful with the hiatal problem and I've over-done things physically several times and had some severe pain, I've had no acid reflux at all in those 18 months.
Whether this is a coincidence or not I have no idea because I do like my cup of tea but I think that the level of Caffeine in black tea is a lot less than that of coffee so it may be Caffeine that's the irritant in my case.
I've noticed online that when some experts are saying acid reflux is down to excess stomach acid others are actually saying the opposite!
I'll just stick to my tea I think! stevmk2
17-06-2014, 12:16 PM
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Originally Posted by stevmk2
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When I was much younger, I had severe problems with what was then called lazy colon.This caused me a lot of pain because food particles that were far too big were being forced through my stomach.
I had to go on a special diet for about 6 weeks but since then I've had no problems until about 2009.
I now have an unrelated hiatal hernia condition that occasionally causes acid reflux problems but I'm not on any medication as the Zantac I was given seemed reduce the severity at the time very quickly.
I read an internet article somewher,(which I can't find now!), that said people like me should avoid coffee so I stopped about 18 months ago just to see if it did make any difference.
Although I do still have to be careful with the hiatal problem and I've over-done things physically several times and had some severe pain, I've had no acid reflux at all in those 18 months.
Whether this is a coincidence or not I have no idea because I do like my cup of tea but I think that the level of Caffeine in black tea is a lot less than that of coffee so it may be Caffeine that's the irritant in my case.
I've noticed online that when some experts are saying acid reflux is down to excess stomach acid others are actually saying the opposite!
I'll just stick to my tea I think! stevmk2
17-06-2014, 12:30 PM
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I know some doctors, especially older ones poo poo the idea of stress being a factor but it does play a big part in my opinion.Even if you don't think you're stressed, your body "remembers" & can bring on physical symptoms of a mechanical problem you have (or one you didn't have). I know this from experience.
One example is I may not have had a problem with acid for a week or more but if I'd been going through something stressful, I suddenly have acid/diaphragm discomfort & have to take a Ranitidine (I take generic Zantac).
17-06-2014, 02:13 PM
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Re: Have you taken any acid suppression medicines?
Originally Posted by Pumicestone
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Well I guess I'm headed for the great hereafter poste haste.Been on Omeprazole for decades (2x20mg day).
Have had a life-long allergy to exercise.
Smoked for forty years.
Eat anything I like and drink two bottles of wine a day.
Feel fine at 68.
I reckon most vitamins and supplements are more of a con than the pharmaceutical companies.
Might as well try voodoo.
Have read apparently authoritative, scientific articles decrying the value of Omega 3, fish oil, Glucosomine, most supplements etc etc etc
Medical specialists have warned me AGAINST VitC, fish oil, iron supplements and multi-vitamins.
But CLEARLY, I am open-minded ... lol ...
If you are happy to interfere with your body's natural functions, that's fine with me - it's just not for me if I can avoid it
You are right about synthetic minerals and supplements, it's almost always to get them from food sources (hence I mentioned eating salmon as the best option
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Originally Posted by Silver Tabby
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Very interested !
Originally Posted by stevmk2
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When I was much younger, I had severe problems with what was then called lazy colon.This caused me a lot of pain because food particles that were far too big were being forced through my stomach.
I had to go on a special diet for about 6 weeks but since then I've had no problems until about 2009.
I now have an unrelated hiatal hernia condition that occasionally causes acid reflux problems but I'm not on any medication as the Zantac I was given seemed reduce the severity at the time very quickly.
I read an internet article somewher,(which I can't find now!), that said people like me should avoid coffee so I stopped about 18 months ago just to see if it did make any difference.
Although I do still have to be careful with the hiatal problem and I've over-done things physically several times and had some severe pain, I've had no acid reflux at all in those 18 months.
Whether this is a coincidence or not I have no idea because I do like my cup of tea but I think that the level of Caffeine in black tea is a lot less than that of coffee so it may be Caffeine that's the irritant in my case.
I've noticed online that when some experts are saying acid reflux is down to excess stomach acid others are actually saying the opposite!
I'll just stick to my tea I think! stevmk2
18-06-2014, 09:16 PM
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Originally Posted by AudreyII
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A hiatal hernia is a mechanical problem... not an over production of acid. Your stomach is being squeezed up through a hole in your diaphram. Best solution, do not eat a large meal 3-4 hours before bedtime... Sleep with the head of the bed slightly elevated at 15 to 20 degrees. Avoid acidic foods, alcohol and coffee. I'm sure your doctor told you that.
Perhaps I just put it all the wrong way.
If you have ever had your stomach squeezed through the diaphragm you'd know instantly it's a physical thing because it can be extremely painful!
What happened to me - about two years ago - this physical "displacement" was immediately followed by a whole load of acid being pushed up at the same time - that was what I was referring to.
My doctor just gave me some Zantac but he has not told me to avoid acidic foods and I can happily eat all kinds of foods without any problem but for some odd reason I can't drink coffee now without getting heartburn.
I can eat very hot chillies or vindaloo-strength curries with no problems whatsoever!
Tea, again, no problem.
Alcohol, in moderation I'm fine but I don't drink much anyway; it's just coffee I can't drink now but I don't miss it! stevmk2
18-06-2014, 09:57 PM
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Originally Posted by Pats
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I believe it is most unwise to tell people that their prescribed medication is wrong and that you have a better solution....very dangerous practice imo.
As someone who works in the NHS, the best selling book, Bad Pharma, might be a bit of an eye opener for you: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Bad-Pharma-H.../dp/000749808X
18-06-2014, 10:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Azz
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I think it is very dangerous (and selfish) not helping enlighten others - especially when they have been led to believe something they are doing is good for them when it may be the complete opposite.
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