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Probiotics Eased Heartburn

Q. For twenty-five years I have suffered with acid reflux and have taken strong acid-suppressing drugs, both prescription and over the counter.

I have also suffered five fractures at different times and have osteoporosis of the spine. I had been an avid tennis player, swimmer and walker, in short, a physically active person.

I began taking probiotics several months ago and have had only one night of heartburn. I can sleep flat instead of sitting up. I can even bend over without the acid coming up. I have been cured!

A. The FDA recently issued a caution that long-term use of acid-suppressing drugs may increase the risk of bone fractures. There is very little solid data on using probiotics for treating heartburn, but we are pleased you had such good results.

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About the Author
Terry Graedon, PhD, is a medical anthropologist and co-host of The People’s Pharmacy radio show, co-author of The People’s Pharmacy syndicated newspaper columns and numerous books, and co-founder of The People’s Pharmacy website. Terry taught in the Duke University School of Nursing and was an adjunct assistant professor in the Department of Anthropology. She is a Fellow of the Society of Applied Anthropology. Terry is one of the country's leading authorities on the science behind folk remedies..
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