Digestive Disorders

Gastroesophageal reflux disease(GERD) is prevalent today and is normally treated by giving acid-blocking drugs such as proton pump inhibitors, ie: Prilosec, Prevacid, Aciphex, Protonix, Kapidex, Nexium. These medications taking for long periods of time can affect calcium absorption, deplete the body of iron, B12, folic acid. Alternative treatment is Deglycyrrhizinated licorice(DGL) which helps by strengthening the protective mucous of the esophagus and stomach. Stomach ulcers are usually caused by an infection called Helicobacter pylori(H. pylori) bacteria. Ulcers are normally treated with antibiotics and acid blocking drugs(such as mentioned above). DGL is also helpful in combatting H.pylori, aloe vera juice can help heal stomach tissues.