Overview Symptoms of GERD
Did you know – heartburn is not the only symptom of GERD Chronic heartburn is the most common symptom of GERD. Acid regurgitation (refluxed material into the mouth) is another common symptom. But numerous less common symptoms other than heartburn may be associated with GERD. These may include: Belching Difficulty or pain when swallowing Waterbrash […]
Eating, Diet, and Nutrition for GER and GERD
Eating, Diet, & Nutrition for GER & GERD How can your diet help prevent or relieve GER or GERD? You can prevent or relieve your symptoms from gastroesophageal reflux (GER) or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) by changing your diet. You may need to avoid certain foods and drinks that make your symptoms worse. Other dietary […]
Helping a Smoker Quit: Do’s and Don’ts
Helping a Smoker Quit: Do’s and Don’ts General hints for friends and family Do respect that the quitter is in charge. This is their lifestyle change and their challenge, not yours. Do ask the person whether they want you to ask regularly how they’re doing. Ask how they’re feeling – not just whether they’ve stayed quit. Do let […]
Benefits of Quitting Smoking Over Time
Benefits of Quitting Smoking Over Time It’s never too late to quit using tobacco. The sooner you quit, the more you can reduce your chances of getting cancer and other diseases. Within minutes of smoking your last cigarette, your body begins to recover: 20 minutes after quitting Your heart rate and blood pressure drop. (Mahmud […]
10 Early Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer’s
Memory loss that disrupts daily life may be a symptom of Alzheimer’s or another dementia. Alzheimer’s is a brain disease that causes a slow decline in memory, thinking and reasoning skills. There are 10 warning signs and symptoms. Every individual may experience one or more of these signs in a different degree. If you notice any […]
Types of Lung Cancer
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC) Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC) is the most common type of lung cancer, making up 80-85% of all cases. It typically grows and spreads more slowly than small cell lung cancer (SCLC). NSCLC is staged based on the size of the primary tumor and if and where the cancer has […]
Diabetes Myths
On behalf of the millions of Americans who live with or are at risk for diabetes, we are committed to dispelling common myths and misconceptions around this chronicdisease. Help us set the record straight and educate the world about diabetes and its risk factors by sharing the information below. Get the facts about diabetes and learn […]
Exercise and Type 1 Diabetes
Exercise and Type 1 Diabetes Regardless of the type of diabetes you have, regular physical activity is important for your overall health and wellness. With type 1, it’s very important to balance your insulin doses with the food you eat and the activity that you do – even if you are just doing house or […]
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Awareness Week – Nov 20 – 26
Your esophagus is the tube that carries food from your mouth to your stomach. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) happens when a muscle at the end of your esophagus does not close properly. This allows stomach contents to leak back, or reflux, into the esophagus and irritate it. You may feel a burning in the chest or […]