Acid Reflux and Apple Cider Vinegar Cures
Updated: 05/13/2008
APPLE CIDER VINEGAR READER FEEDBACK
201 YEA 11 NAY 2 MAYBE 1 WORKED TEMPORARILY
[YEA] 02/27/2007: Vina from Calgary, Canada writes: "I've used Apple Cider Vinegar for several years now whenever I get an acid reflux attack. It immediately takes the pain away and I feel 100%. Years ago I used the ACV with baking soda for heartburn and it worked as well. After reading some of the comments on this site. I will try using the ACV on regular basis for my blood pressure. This week I will start visiting the Fire Department on a regular basis to be checked for my blood pressure. I'll keep a record of the numbers and get back to you at a later date. I'm glad I woke this morning at 4:10 am and started looking for natural cures. I don't believe in chemicals at all and try my best to stay away from medication if at all possible. I know my Doctor is planning on starting me on high blood pressure pills. I'll be back in a couple of weeks. Vina"Reply to this Feedback E-mail this Feedback Print this Feedback Back to Top
[YEA] 02/19/2007: Con Boter from Taytay, Philippines writes: "Hi!! Its me again.. Though I've already mentioned that apple cider really helps people suffering from GERD. I also discover some product which i know can help people with GERD. I was introduce to a product called shape work of HERBALIFE. It's a drink which will not only help you loose wait but also prevent acid reflux to attack. The secret of this product is having apple cider vinegar. Its actually effective i've been taking it for 2 days now and i already lost 4 lbs..not only that it also help me sleep well and breathe well!! Its my second feedback here about apple cider!! I've no doubt why apple cider is very popular/famous here in the Philippines now a days!!Thank you so much for bringing my normal life!"
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[YEA] 02/15/2007: Michele from Los Angeles writes: "I started using the ACV drink recommended on these pages to treat my reflux. Works great for the reflux, I sleep like a baby and feel great. Only problem is, I'm dropping a lot of weight fast, and I only weigh 102 now (I'm 5'2"). Is there any way to safely use this without becoming too thin? Thanks!"
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[YEA] 02/11/2007: Rebecca from Bogue Chitto, MS writes: "I have been suffering with terrible acid reflux for the past 3 years. I am up nearly every night with violent nausea. I would get no relief until I would finally vomit. UNTIL!!!! Apple cider vinegar, honey, and water. I mix up 1/2 cup of each ingredient at a time. I take 2 tablespoons in the morning and 2 at night. (refrigerate un used portions) Mix up as much as you want, just equal portions of all ingredients! Saved my life. No more tums. No more vomiting. A full night's sleep! Rebecca"
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[YEA] 02/10/2007: Gabriel from Long Beach, CA writes: "I'm just writing to thank you for this amazing site. I had been suffering from acid reflux, gastritis, GERD -you name it- and one day I found your site which suggested I tried apple cider vinegar for the fire in my stomach. And wala, lo and behold! Apple Cider Vinegar is like magic! My stomach feels a 100% better! Thank your for spreading the good word."
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[YEA] 02/05/2007: Joan from Elkton, VA writes: "The apple cider vinegar worked for my acid reflux. I took Protonix for 2 years until my insurance company had it switched to the cheaper omeprazole. They also halved the amount from 400 mg daily to 200 mg. The acid reflux pain returned, so my doctor prescribed two 200 mg. omeprazole daily. The acid reflux symptoms lessened, but I still experienced some nausea and stomach pain from time to time. I was desperate to get off prescription medications altogether, and then I found your web site. I've been using ACV for two weeks now, and I feel better than I have in years. No stomach pain or nausea. I can't thank you enough!"
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[YEA] 02/01/2007: Ma Con from Taytay Philippines writes: "Good day!! my name is Con from the Philippines and i read about the article about ACV which cures GERD. I'm a 26 yrs old married woman suffering from gerd. I've been taking Nexium 2x a day but since i had an allergic reaction to that medicine so i stop and go back to my old medicine which is omepron. I heard about acv from one of our trainer from hawaii who asked me to take acv with a glass of water. At first i was doubtful about it because I've been rushed to the hospital 2x because of difficulty breathing. Several days past by so i decided to check to read about acv online. Finally, i got to check on your website and learn more things about acv. I'd like to thank you guys for helping me lessen my suffering. I've been taking 2 Tbsp of ACV with a glass of water 3x a day and Thank God i my suffering has ended. Keep up the good work coz i know your website is helping so many people suffering.. Thank you so much!!!"
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[YEA] 01/31/2007: Lea from Eau Claire, WI writes: "Thank You for your suggestion of ACV for acid reflux. My Acid Reflux symptoms came on very quickly. Within a week from my first symptom, I was miserable with a thick throat...a lump in my throat. It was difficult to swallow. I tried drinking an 8th of a cup of ACV combined with about 3/4 cup water. Within 1/2 hour, I felt relief. Thank you so much. Lea"
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[YEA] 01/31/2007: H Roberts from Windsor, Canada writes: "Had periodical heartburn and acid reflux for last three years. Zantac worked at the beginning but later became ineffective. My Doc put me on Pantaloc twice a day and as with Zantac it eventually became ineffective. I returned to chomping on Tums for relief but I began going through a container every three days. I found this site while looking for long term effects on heartburn sufferers and found this site about the vinegar. I laughed and was laughed at for even considering such a thing. Like many of you I became desperate and bought a jug of Heinz Apple Cider Vinegar. It worked but boy did I ever get a sore stomach. Now I have two shots of it with two shots of water twice a day and the problem rarely surfaces. In fact at first I twisted my face at the taste but now enjoy it as much as I enjoy a glass of wine with my meal. I have never seen the Brachs variety but once I've drank this 4 litre jug I will try to find it to compare. Many thanks!!!"
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[YEA] 01/31/2007: Rita from Valley Center, CA writes: "Apple Cider Vinegar - Acid Reflux. I have had this lump in my throat and I already knew that I had Acid Reflux - GERD. I took Prilosec for two months and it worked very well. I have not been on anything for month three and noticed that my symptoms came back. I decided to do something naturally, I found your website today and at 5:00 PM I took 4 oz. water, 1/4 TSP. baking soda and 1 TBSP. Apple Cider Vinegar. Thank God I found your website by spelling out APPLE CIDER VINEGAR FOR ACID REFLUX. I have heard many times about ACV for Reflux-GERD, had some in the cabinet that I bought and afraid to try it. I have been experiencing the lump/burning in my throat that I decided to try it. My body is sensitive to any supplements etc., that I take, I decided to follow what one of your online friends wrote and followed the above amounts. Within an hour, I have noticed already how the lump feeling and burning is starting to heal. Thank you and God Bless. It really is true that Natural Cures work and that we can cure ourselves. P.S. I see my throat specialist in two weeks and can not wait to see what he says when he looks in my throat with his scope in the office."
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[YEA] 01/30/2007: David from Va Beach writes: "2 and a half months and counting- it's worked better than prevacid- occasional discomfort, but had more pain with all the different medications-' fingers are crossed for continuing success."
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[YEA] 01/27/2007: Pam from Bellevue, WA writes: "I had the stomach flu this last weekend including vomiting. I hadn't really eaten much and was still feeling sick. I went home from work early and lied down. I started to get this horrible pain in my chest and all of the symptoms of acid reflux. My sister was just diagnosed with it which is the only reason I didn't panic and go to the Dr. I started searching on-line and glanced at something about apples. I grabbed an apple on my way out the door to get the kids. I felt instant relief. However, when I was finished it came back even worse. I stopped at a drug store and asked the pharmacist what they recommended and she said Pepcid AC. That didn't work either. I was in lots of pain and did not want to go another night without sleep. I found this site and went to Trader Joe's to pick up the apple cider vinegar. It took about 10 minutes to kick in and it completely got rid of all the symptoms. I have taken it this morning as well and felt more energy and am thinking this could replace my normal coffee in the morning. Thank you for all the stories. I am passing all of this information along to my sister as well."
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[YEA] 01/26/2007: James from Show Low, AZ writes: "I have found ACV to be quite helpful on relieving indigestion and reflux type pain and pressure. But everyone doesn't have the same problem, which is why PPI's work for some and do nothing for others. Many people have early stomach dumping on top of reflux type symptoms. A side note on PPI's. They do not allow undigested food to go into your intestines. Your stomach, if working properly, outside of the reflux issue is setup to empty when Hydrochloric levels reach a certain point. Until then, the food remains in the stomach, grinding away. The exception to that is the early or mid dumping problem, where the stomach is acting more or just spastic and not relating to feedback on Hydrochloric levels. The best thing you can do from I have found so far on early dumping is to not combine to many levels of digestive variance and eat smaller amounts. Sugars digest almost immediately. More complex Carbs take about 30 minutes to clear the stomach. Proteins can take 2 to 4 hours and grease can take 5 to 6 hours. If your stomach is already having a problem releasing or holding food to long, the more of these you combine at one time, the bigger problem you will have. ACV seems to help alot of people on dumping problems because it seems to reset the Stomachs start point for the digestion process. With a chronically messed up stomach, usually from overstress, the brain and stomach are bouncing all day, everyday, for probably quite some time. The connection between brain, nervous system and stomach status are messed up. ACV maybe helping this situation like hitting a reset button before you eat. There isn't much need to worry about the acidity level of ACV either. A coke is far more acidic."
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[YEA] 01/25/2007: Robert/35/male from San Diego, CA writes: "Right on new years eve i was stricken down with some sort of sickness where it was a combination of a terrible sore throat and throwing up!!! To top it off i have suffered from acid reflux for quite some time. In the past i would juice some cabbage to take away the pain when it became unbearable. This time i was so weak i could not make it to the store to buy any!!! so i took some thera flu and wouldn't you know it things went from bad to worse. the acid reflux was the worst i have ever experienced in my life. I really don't know how i made it here to earthclinic.com.... but it was then that mine eyes have seen the glory or shall i say the hell of otc medications. i have since thrown all of them away. I read some feedback about acv and somehow got the strength to go to the store and get some "mothers" acv and some cayenne pepper powder as i read that it would cure a sore throat. My throat was really raw from retching and the reflux so i was a mess. needless to say these 2 work better then any other otc medication ever made...i have told as many people possible about the cures and this website!! now i can simply laugh when i see the advertisements for otc meds on tv and such.That was last week, now i seem to have a awful running nose. let me just say i have made severe adjustments to my diet. no more red meats and my one weakness CHEESE i am trying to eliminate. I just read tonight on the vapor/steaming powers of acv with water and tried it. Really quite strong, even more so then drinking it i thought. when i drink it i would have it with some organic apple juice so the taste was quite pleasant. The steaming effect seemed to open up my sinuses quickly and i will continue until all symptoms are gone!! WOW!!!like so many others i am so thankful for this website!!! please keep up the good work and let me say the feedback from others is a true testament to the effectiveness of the remedies offered here. p.s. I'm almost out of acv!!! its a great energy drink i've found... and i will continue to drink it as long as i live"
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[YEA] 01/20/2007: Kathy from Vancouver, WA writes: "It's been 10 days and I can honestly say I am nearly cured of this horrible GERD that I had developed over the past several months. After the first dose of ACV I noticed a difference and now am nearly symptom free. This is the best advice I've ever received. Better yet, I've passed it on to other gerd sufferers and they are experiencing relief for the first time in years! Thank you Thank you!!!"
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[YEA] 01/17/2007: Reece from Brisbane, Australia writes: "I had Reflux for at least 5 years. in about 2001 I had an endoscopy that verified that I indeed was afflicted. I immediately went on reflux tablets at the Doctor's suggestion. I wish I never had! The pills made my reflux WORSE! Before that, it was manageable, but once i was on the pills, i couldn't go off them without horrific pain! Then I discovered this website. I went off the pills and tried the apple cider vinegar, the Dill pickles and the Jonagold apples. The one that worked was the vinegar. I started with putting 2 teaspoons of honey in a mug, a bit of boiling water to melt it, then topped up with chilled water, then put in 2 teaspoons of apple cider vinegar, and did this 3 times a day to start with, and reduced it as i started feeling better. Now, three months later, all i take is ONE glass every 2-3 DAYS! The taste becomes easier to bear too, as i now have 2 teaspoons in half a glass of water, no honey!!! Last week, i had another endoscopy, and what do you know??? THE ENDOSCOPY REPORT SHOWS THAT MY REFLUX IS NON-EXISTENT!!!!!! Thank you for this website, and I hope others will be inspired to go off the pills. :) Reece"
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[YEA] 01/17/2007: Gwen from Faison, NC writes: "I have been battling heartburns and acid reflux for about a year. I thought I was having a heart attack. I went to the emergency room and found out that my heart was ok. I got a prescription for prilosec. I took this for a week and no relief. I couldn't sleep at night. I was having esophagus spasm.I went to my family doctor and got some aciphex.This help some but I still found myself using rolaids. I went to the health store the other day and they put on to organic apple cider vinegar. I haven't felt this good in a long time. Maybe I won't have to eat so many rolaids. I mix it with water and drink it about 15 minutes before eating. I was also told not to drink while I was eating .THis has been hard but I think it has really help to drink my beverage after the meal."
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[YEA] 01/03/2007: Maggie from Duluth, GA writes: "Late last night, I came across this site, and took my first dose of apple cider vinegar. I felt immediate relief, and had a great nights sleep. Took more this morning, and felt ok till late afternoon. After dinner, I felt very bloated. How long do I take the acv before I begin to feel good all the time?"
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[YEA] 12/28/2006: Robert from Santa Barbara, CA writes: "I have tried just about everything! I went for an endoscopy and the gastroenterologist did not see much evidence of acid reflux. But he said I probably had it since my stomach was inflamed. He diagnosed me with gastritis. I have not been able to eat without severe nausea for the last 6 months! The strange thing is that I never get a burning sensation. I bought some PH strips and my urine PH was very acidic along with my saliva. I understand it is normal to have a slightly urine PH but mine was always very acidic. I ate lots of steamed vegetables, am a vegetarian, never drink alcohol or smoke cigarettes so I don't think my diet had anything to do with it. I think it was years of stress catching up with me. Fortunately for me, my nutritionist turned me onto ACV and I searched for more information on ACV and found this web site. After about 6 days of taking 1-2 tablespoons of ACV, 3X per day with a 1/8 teaspoon of baking soda to neutralize the ph before the major meals and my acid reflux is almost completely gone! Before I had tried ACV, I had to even stop exercising because the glands in my throat would get so swollen. Now I take a teaspoon of ACV with a dash of baking soda before I exercise and hardly experience any swolleness in my glands. Each day my condition is improving.......I honestly thought that my life was coming to an end........the nausea and sudden change to my lifestyle was crippling. I continue to take one digestive enzyme capsule with each major meal, but I used to have to take about 4 of them to just get by. I am wondering if I will have to take ACV for my whole life........since my condition is getting better with each day perhaps I'll eventually be just be on an occasional maintenance mode.Thanks so much for this website. Good luck and God Bless to everyone! Also, you can toss the prilosec into the garbage dump!......Prilosec worked well for a while but the joints in my body were hurting me more. I now feel young again!"
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[YEA] 12/26/2006: Edie from Mission Viejo, CA writes: "1 Tablespoon ACV with 2 Tablespoons water a day cured my arthritis and hot flashes. My friend told my husband and I to take ACV for our sore wrists and hands and we started 2 mos. ago. After one mo. I noticed I had absolutely NO hot flashes. This amazed me. I really had them bad night and day. I also noticed no acid reflux (quit taking my prilosec a month ago) and no restless legs to speak of. I also feel I have lost a couple of lbs. Of Course the hand and wrist pain is gone. This is probably crazy but my eyelashes are longer. Pretty funny huh?"
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[YEA] 12/03/2006: Ryan from Ottawa, Ontario writes: "I have been experiencing recurrent chest pain for almost the last year, all tests (ECG's, Halter Monitor and lots of blood work) indicated that there was nothing wrong with my heart so the doctors put me on one of those fancy (and expensive) proton pump inhibitors as they assumed everything was related to GERD (acid reflux). I am not sure if it was GERD that I had but the chest pain has gone away. As a bonus I have been shedding pounds like never before. However I do think that the weight loss is mostly water due to the fact that ACV acts as a mild diuretic. Interestingly enough unlike other natural diuretics ACV doesn't affect your salts/electrolytes because it contains potassium. Really happy to have found this website!"
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[YEA] 12/01/2006: Jason from Sauk Rapids, MN writes: "I have always been a big fan of Apple Cider Vinegar (particularly its almost immediate ability to stop acid reflux) and other natural cures. I am so thankful that this web site is available for reference to the public. I am convinced that America's healthcare costs could be reduced by 90% if people just took care of themselves and used common sense instead of expensive prescription drugs. Keep up the great work!"
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[WORKED TEMPORARILY] 11/26/2006: Paula from Sacramento, CA writes: "Hello I have been taking the AVC (1-2 TBLS) with honey and 30 drops of cayenne tincture each morning. It helps to keep the Acid Reflux in check, but hasn't cured it, per se. I did try Bowen therapy which is a type of body work. Apparently there is a treatment for 'digestion'. My Bowen therapist in Sacramento did this and I had no symptoms for two weeks. They are starting to come back now, so I will schedule another appt. Tom says it is a bug of some sort causing the distress, that is why I also take 30 drops of licorice tincture. I am about ready to try the clay treatment he suggests as well. email me at pcbow @ mac.com if you want the name and address of Ralph for the bowen work. Paula"
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[YEA] 11/24/2006: RL from Ohio writes: "Your readers may wish to know that many people (especially women) think they have acid reflux when they actually have a lack of acid in their stomachs. Tums and soda will actually cover the symptoms but not give you what you really need. I had acid reflux symptoms and began taking a hydrochloric acid/enzyme supplement. If I forget to take my 3 tablets with a meal, I could have real problems resulting in throwing up. This usually happens when I eat meat. I even have to take my pills with my tea (with milk) in the morning or I get gas and heartburn. My elderly neighbor takes about 1200 units of hydrochloric acid per meal while I only need 300. ACV is helpful and actually gives me energy--perhaps that is why I love pickled foods. ACV is also one of those foods that is acid in nature but alkalinizes the body. Anyone who thinks he has acid reflux would certainly find it worth the effort to try ACV and hydrochloric acid/enzyme tablets before going the medical route."
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[YEA] 11/18/2006: Isabel from Chicago, IL writes: "For the past 5 weeks I have been experiencing coughing fits that would get worst nocturnally. It originated from a sinusitis infection that turned into what I thought was now a chest cold. Tried antibiotics and over the counter cough medicines along with codeine to control the coughs. All this did was mask the underlying problem which I finally realized was GERD (acid reflux) . My doctor wanted to try a more potent antibiotic but I refused since the first didn't work. I coughed so much I strained my back muscle which made breathing nearly impossible. I asked her to give me a proton pump inhibitor (Prilosec) and thankfully I got samples to try so I didn't have to waste my $$ if it didn't work. I tried the Prilosec that night and I was up ALL NIGHT COUGHING AGAIN. The only thing it did was reduce the burn. I went on the internet to learn more about GERD and a pop-up-screen came up saying apples was the cure but I had to pay $$$ to get the info which to me is insane. I linked "apples and GERD" and this site came up. Got the'ACV on 11/17/06 and it WORKED and I slept for 6 1/2 hrs straight! Woke up at 4:00am with a cough took a dose of ACV again and within 15 minutes (in the mean time I remained sitting up and meditated) my coughing fit stopped and went back to sleep. I have not slept through the night in weeks; it's quite liberating. With continued use I hope to heal the damage done to my esophagus and get back to my normal self. Thank you for sharing this with the rest of us. Isabel"
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[YEA] 11/17/2006: Pete from Oakville, Ontario writes: "was on nexium for 6 months and started having really loose bowel movements 3/4 times a day, figured this was not good. Went off the nexium and 2 weeks later went back to once a day with solid stools, but then the acid reflux came back, went on the computer and found this site for acv. Glad I found it, less than a week taking 2/3 times a day I think I am cured."
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[YEA] 11/17/2006: Len from Chicago, IL writes: "I have been battling nighttime Reflux for about 3 years now. I am at a stage now over the last few months where I have it under control. I eat dinner at 5:30 then immediately have a desert of fresh fruit, no carbs, no cakes, just fruit. Apples seem to help me. Then I eat nothing else the rest of the night so my stomach is empty when I go to bed. With dinner or soon after I have about 4 ounces of Apple juice with about 2 ounces of Apple Cider Vinegar. Tastes good. About 1 hour before bed I take 1 melatonin pill. 10mg. A study on the net had great luck with melatonin. Then I take about 4 ounces of water with a half teaspoon of baking soda. I raised the head of my bed a little. I am now doing fine and sleep pretty well. No more major burning in my esophagus at night. This regiment works for me. Best of luck!"
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[YEA] 11/15/2006: Newspicker from Chicago writes: "As a veteran TV News anchorman, I was slowly losing my voice due to a type of acid reflux disease known as Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (LPRD). After limited success with a regimen of proton pump inhibitor drugs such as Nexium and Prilosec, I discovered apple cider vinegar. The short story: My voice is back and the damaging throat clearing which had threatened my career is largely gone. I'm aware that treating a condition caused by stomach acid with an acid product is counterintuitive.. but it works! I don't believe this is a cure, and I still take Nexium once a day but ACV is far more effective."
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[YEA] 11/15/2006: Nancy from Winter Park, FL writes: "I would wake up in the middle of the night feeling the symptoms of Acid Reflux & take Zantac & wait for it to work. I took 1 Tbs of' Apple Cider Vinegar before dinner & never woke up. I have been taking 1 Tbs morning & evening before eating for 3 weeks & not once have I felt sick. I'm not as hungry,I eat a third of what I once did. I have lost weight, I sleep well, I feel so good. I have also added to my diet Organic Virgin Coconut Oil, I prefer the Extra virgin but it is twice the price ( read up on it , it's miraculous.)"
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[YEA] 11/14/2006: Renata from Malden, MA writes: "I have had gerd for about 3 months now. After switching back and forward to all sort of anti acids, prilosecs, protonix and etc my condition has not gone away. In fact, when I switch from one to the other the pain and burning comes back worse. There are some pills that do not work at all at this point and others that help very little even though I'm taking them at the highest dosages possible. Tonight I was at the end of my wits with the symptoms. Tomorrow I have an upper endoscopy. But since I could not stand the pain I went to the kitchen I drunk a glass of water with 1.5 tbs of ACV, then 1tbs of honey. I can't say that all the symptoms. have gone completely away, but they certainly have improved. I hate the traditional medicines but since I'm too scared to just cut them off completely. I'll try to let go of them gradually and incorporate the natural remedies instead. If you guys know of anything else other apples, ACV and pickles that could help me, please let me know."
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[YEA] 11/11/2006: Michael from Marysville, OH writes: "I found your site looking for relief from acid reflux. It was getting bad. I'd had it mildly for about 10 years and took prilosec on and off. The ACV worked right away and I am now able to eat pizza again without an attack!!! Thank you all. My only suggestion: For those who don't like the taste, I add mine to orange juice and drink it with a straw. That way I can't really smell it and I get it down fast."
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[YEA] 11/11/2006: Painfree from Oregon writes: "Alright, I must post again. I am posting because I want all to know who reads that the ACV works, and I am still painfree. It is 6:01 pm here in Oregon. I am "With The Mother" _______ raw and unfiltered organic apple cider vinegar. The price was $2.79. This vinegar contains no preservatives. It tastes great. This morning when I woke up, I was so awake. This is a miracle. Usually when I wake up, I dread it, I still have pain; it takes all night long to try to concentrate on getting the reflux pain to back off. This morning I was filled with so much energy. I cleansed my face before I went to bed last night. I put about 3 drops of ACV in my hand, added 6 drops of water, rubbed my hands together and patted it on my facial skin, being careful not to get it in my eyes. I let it air dry, and then over the top, I placed my moisturizing creme. I told my husband, I do not care if I smell like the apple orchard, if I have to bath in ACV I will, for I went to bed with no pain, and woke up with no pain. I slept like a newborn baby. I did not wake up to get water or use the bathroom. My face felt like soft silk, and it still does right now. _______ ACV and olive oil went on my sandwich with feta cheese and one slice of tomato, lettuce and maple cured ham on healthy nut bread. I am drinking lots of water too. This is the first time since the last past 5 years that I have enjoyed eating a meal. I also had a small glass of apple juice. I had so much energy in the wind and rain and walking down the mall lanes to get to the health food store. My ACV is my new friend and she will go wherever I go. I have no cough, no neck pain, no back or leg pain. I have not had to take medicine for the cough. I feel so clean on the inside of me. My acid reflux and cough medicine look so lonely sitting next to My 16 fl. Oz. _______ ACV. I was so in pain yesterday, I could not stand it one more minute trying to concentrate on trying to get the pain to stop. I was so worn out. My skin had become so dry from the medication, I was tired all day long from the medication and lack of sleep. I did go grocery shopping, I read to find out which foods were the healthiest, and my grocery bill came out 40 dollars cheaper. I bought fresh foods, foods that contain low fat, low sugar, no more than 17 g.: Here is a partial list: peaches, live and active culture yogurt, lots of green veggies, fresh water fish, Cornish hens, the feta cheese, apple cider, hazelnut bread, yams, celery, melons, light olive oil and royal jelly, pure organic honey. I must say the kind I chose was made from bees from out of the United States. The reason being is because of my developed allergies, so my heart said to do that, just because of the blossoms here I live around. I will be learning about more foods that are better for my health, and now that my stomach and chest and neck does not ache, I will be healthy inside and out. My mouth tastes good, no foul body smells, which the medications were doing to me, plus throwing my body chemistry so out of whack. When you are so used to being half asleep from allergy meds, and stomach meds, you just go with it. But when you feel awake and so full of energy, then you find out, you realize, you have been asleep in your life. I have faith that this ACV is the key to the cure. I do want to tell a quick story here about vinegar in my lifetime. When I was a little girl, we used it to pull out the curds from our soap in our hair when we washed it. Also, the vinegar was a great balance and put a lot of shine in your hair, kept it at the right Ph. I craved vinegar when I was little, and when my mother was not looking I would drink one or two capfuls of it in the bathtub. When she found out I was drinking it, she told me to stop because I would get ulcers. She hid the bottle lol. Oh, I found it, and took little sips now and then. Yes, I was worried I would get ulcers, but I craved it so much. I was raised up on a farm, and I got sick on dairy foods, which I did not know at that time I had a problem with milk. The only times I was not sick was when I was able to take sips of that vinegar. I look back at my life from then and now, and I can see what the vinegar was doing to me, and it was not about to give me an ulcer, it was keeping my body in balance. The other quick story about vinegar is, that it was a house hold remedy for bruises. As soon as you hit or knocked your arms or legs or head, you quickly put vinegar on that area, and you never, ever got a bruise. I did the same thing for my children as they grew up, immediately put the vinegar my children's legs and arms, when they fell down, or knocked their heads, and they never showed bruises either. I did not think much about it; it was just something I learned from my mother; Rest in peace, I love you mom, and I have my vinegar. And also, we did not have a lot of other medicines, so we used products from the pantry. It did not hurt like rubbing alcohol, or that red staining stuff. So those are my stories. I was taking the type of pain killer that contained no ibuprofen, but they did not work after a while, so I decided to go with the ibuprofen anyway, seemed I had no choice, either that or pain anyway. It was a catch 22 all the way around. Yes, I am "With The Mother" unfiltered organic apple cider vinegar, and I will stick with her. My quick prayer is this: goodbye drugs, scares about esophageal cancer or someone cutting out my body parts. Cheers to you Earth Clinic, you have saved my body, and you will save many others too. I am letting others know about this information too, for I want no one else to be acid reflux pain either. Hugs, and take that ACV with plenty of water, follow the directions. You will feel clean inside and out, with no pain, and have skin soft as a baby in no time at all."
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[YEA] 11/10/2006: Kevin from Aveley Essex, England writes: "Wow, stumbled onto this website last night in desperation,I have felt sick every day for the last four months and have been bringing up acid, I have been taking omeprazole with limited effect, and I now realise I have been prescribed 100% the wrong treatment. Bought Apple cider vinegar tablets this morning and took two, within 15 minutes the feeling of sickness went, and have gone all day feeling better than I have for months, this is not in my mind as I am not easily influenced or easily led, I really do feel better and cannot believe how you can get results so quickly, it really does seem that we all have a lot to learn from our past and maybe we should not dismiss new age hippies so quickly. Thanks to everyone on this site, I will promote this as much as I can."
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[YEA] 11/09/2006: Painfree from Oregon writes: "Apple cider vinegar cured my Acid Reflux, hot flash, back pain and restless leg syndrome. Axid AR did not work, I was in so much pain, went to find out which foods that contained high amounts of alkaline in them. Tired of looking 5 months pregnant. Anyway, thank God I found this site. All I had was regular store bought apple cider vinegar and clover honey and tap water. I spooned a half teaspoon of vinegar into my mouth, about choked to death, followed with water, and then ate a half teaspoon of honey. In about 45 minutes I had no pain. I am so full of energy and do not want to go to bed now. It is 2:43 am in the morning. God bless this site and its creator, amen. Tomorrow I will go find me some ACV."
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[YEA] 11/06/2006: Rick from Indianapolis, IN writes: "I'm 37 and have had acid reflux for about 10 years. Growing up, my family didn't provide healthy meals. Consequently, I abused my body by consuming unhealthy amounts of soda, candy, saturated fat and other dangerous foods. I truly believe that huge amounts of sugar, caffeine and cholesterol in my system caused acid reflux. It also caused acne. I tried antacids at first, to no avail. Then, my doctor put me on Nexium, once a day. The medication only masks the problem. I've always worked out several times a week and after a couple of years on the medication, I noticed that I was gaining weight despite my steady workout routine. From the research I've done on the internet, certain doctors say that reflux medication kills the acid in your stomach so you won't have the pain. The problem is that you need the acid to naturally break down food and impurities. The absence of alkaline in my system was causing me to gain weight more easily. After I began eating 1-2 apples each day and taking a teaspoon of apple-cider vinegar, I had no problems. I've been off Nexium for a year and a half and have no problems. I drink more water, cut back on sweets and have completely given up soda. I also stop eating snacks 1-2 hours before bed. Apples and ACV also help cleanse your system and act as a natural laxative. It's easier to loose weight if you consume it regularly. I use to have quite a bit of acne. Now, at 37, my skin is much clearer."
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[YEA] 11/01/2006: David from Tampa, FL writes: "1 part Apple cider vinegar and 3 parts water at least three times per day especially after meals has lessened acid reflux symptoms by 90% after three weeks steady treatment. I had been taking Nexium for approximately 5 years by doctor's prescription. When I went for a refill and found that I couldn't without going back to the doctor again, I decided to check out your website for help. After 5 years of Nexium and/or Zantac, if I missed taking it even one day, then my reflux came back as strong as the days before treatment. I never went back to the doctor for another prescription. The apple cider vinegar mixture treatment really works for me and is better than the last 5 years with few symptoms. I have also removed coffee and wine completely from my diet. Also, I try not to eat anything within 2-3 hours before bed. That's hard since I am a "grazer" and eat at odd times."
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[YEA] 10/24/2006: Richard from Pompano, FL writes: "I herniated 4 discs and lived on morphine, and hydrocondine with ibuprofen x4 daily. After 1 year, got acid reflux real really bad. Halted all meds and used apple cider vinegar x2 daily. 1 tbspn acv 2 tbspn honey, in tea or what ever works for you. Didn't cure the back pain but the gerd is slowly going away, thank god!"
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[YEA] 10/23/2006: Alan from NYC writes: "Listen up singers! I have had reflux for almost two years now. I have no heartburn or stomach discomfort. I have the type of reflux that only attacks my throat. Sometimes my throat burns and is sore, my neck actually hurts and I have hoarseness. This of course is a huge problem because I am a singer and right now i'm doing a 1st national tour and when the acid reflux is bad, the singing is bad. Well it got particularly bad last week and my singing was really suffering (I even got my first bad review of my career because of it). Like many others I also have gone through nexium, zegerid, aciphex, etc. They all work for about a month and then the reflux comes back usually worse. So I went on a 24 hour information search because I got to a point where I wasn't sure I could sing the show. Well what I came up with worked IMMEDIATELY. So I want to share the news.
First - I stopped taking my prescribed reflux medicine. I took organic apple cider vinegar three times a day (two table spoons mixed in about 4 oz of water). I got a multi enzyme that I took before and after each meal and also after working out. And (this is a big one) I stopped drinking anything during my meals (it apparently makes digestion of food much easier when there isn't so much liquid with it). I started all this on a saturday morning and had a four show weekend. My voice came back by that matinee and it soared through the next three shows. Apparently people in the homeopathic world know all about the benefits of enzymes and the effectiveness of raw apple cider vinegar. I didn't. But now I do and I just wanted to share. It really works. Good luck. Peace."
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[YEA] 10/21/2006: Scott from Orlando, FL writes: "I never had frequent heartburn until after a nasty knee injury and the resulting reconstructive surgery about 2 years ago. My orthopedic prescribed NAPROXEN. I took this med for a few months whilst heartburn started to really haunt me. I then saw a gastro doc who determined after a videoscope sauntered down my throat that i had GERD.... GERD? wtf... Jeez... i am healthy, and had never heard of this nonsense. So gastro doc prescribed PREVACID worked great but my insurance didn't like that, so then he prescribed NEXIUM which also worked great, but i had to keep taking it. Then my insurance company didn't like that either and stopped covering either of those meds and i began to suffer again. I didn't want to go to the doctor again, so again i started taking over the counter garbage for those very temporary fixes. Then a friend of mine mumbled something about an apple cider vinegar potion he tried. i scoffed, "combat acid with acid? ha!!" a few days later while continuing to suffer through my everlasting esophageal inferno i remembered his vinegar yarn and dusted off an unopened bottle in the pantry, thinking, "it can't get worse and i need to disprove this vinegar nonsense." To my I astonishment i experienced almost immediate relief. wow! I'm not so sure about the long term yet (skeptic) but i feel it is worth a shot (literally) especially after reading some of these other confirming testimonials."
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[YEA] 10/19/2006: Gwendy writes: "I have suffered with AR for 3 years with no answers from Doctors. I have had just about every test they could think of and there's nothing wrong with me. I went to the health food store and bought digestive enzymes and hit it hard for a month along with Nexium. I have been off the PPI's for about a month and just started 1 1/2 weeks ago with the Apple cider vinegar and that stuff is great! I just do a combo of ACV and digestive enzymes and I feel great. No more raw throat when I wake up, I don't dread eating anymore. And the best thing of all is I'm off of the damaging meds. Praise God!! Just had to share."
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[YEA] 10/15/2006: Scott from Oil City writes: "I have been suffering from acid reflux for about 8 years .I have been to the doctor and have been on all of the prescription ppi drugs,currently on prilosec otc.I always had to back them up with tums ,Rolaids ect.None work for the long term. Tried ACV two nights ago seems to work. I have also for the last year been having problems sleeping, which then gave me migraines. I had my best sleep in two years the last two nights. Don't know if the ACV had any thing to do with that , but I love the side effect."
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[YEA] 10/09/2006: Phillip from Sweden writes: "Hi,about 3 years ago I started getting daily heartburn that got worse and worse.I ate rennie´s and tums like sweets and soon had to take Ranatidin on a daily basis. I visited my doctor who wrote out more prescription drugs.The drugs helped but as soon as the effect wore off I was back to square one. I read about the vinegar cure on your site and decided to give it a try. I cut back on the drugs and instead used the vinegar .I have been symptom free for over 6 weeks and feel 100% better. I can eat and drink things that were unthinkable before. A word of warning to anyone taking anti-acid drugs, the more you use them the worse your reflux will become after the daily dose wears off.The body compensates the lack of acid by producing more. It's a vicious circle that the drug companies never mention. Out with the drugs and in with the vinegar. A desert spoon in a glass of water every morning is enough to get your stomach working again. Best wishes from Scandinavia. P.S. great site"
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[YEA] 10/04/2006: Jackie from Seguin, TX writes: "i am trying the acv treatment for sciatica, my usual pain meds cause heartburn and are hard on the liver, i also have hepatitis c, so i thought acv would be good for me. well it tastes terrible but it has already stopped the heartburn and i only started yesterday. we will see how it works on pain. i love your website and am recommending it to everyone."
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[YEA] 10/01/2006: Faye from Roseburg, OR writes: "I never had heartburn so didn't suspect that reflux was to blame for awakening at night with a violent coughing fit, feeling as if there were battery acid in my throat. Rather than GERD, this is LPRD - laryngopharyngeal reflux disease. This went on very intermittently for years, then, with age (now 55), more and more often until it was pretty much every night, about 17 minutes after going to sleep. This can drive anyone mad, but also caused asthma in me at an oddly advanced age, and chronic sore throat, throat clearing, etc . Once I finally figured out it was reflux and not sinus drainage, I went to my doctor and got put on Prilosec. It worked great for a while but eventually quit working, even at double dosage. Furthermore, I really don't want to take acid blockers long term because they make one more susceptible to gastrointestinal infections (the dreaded C. diff which causes deadly diarrhea, etc) and worsens absorption of Calcium. So, I did what all desperate people do: I searched the internet. I found earthclinic (thank you!!!). Apple Cider Vinegar seemed to be the best remedy. Counterintuitive, but..... Most of the entries of these people indicated they had tried it for a week or two. Not better than placebo would give, but desperation drives one on. So, I tried it. One tablespoon diluted in water after each meal and at bedtime. Started sleeping thru the night without awakening - from the very first night. However, it made my bowels "overactive", so I cut down the dose. Had recurrent reflux, so gradually increased the dose to the initial level, this time with the bowels cooperating. I have been taking it for 3 1/2 months now and it's nearly perfect. I have only had breakthrough reflux if I eat way too much starchy food at dinnertime. An extra 1 T dose fixes that if it occurs I can even eat out at Mexican restaurants and have big helpings, and still do ok. And it's really cheap (especially compared to Prilosec)!!!!! It seems to reduce the pressure in the gut so there is less pressure at the esophageal gastric junction. I don't suppose this will work for everyone. There may be more than one mechanism for reflux. Of course the sphincter is looser as we get older, but increased gut pressure from less efficient digestion may be part of the cause, too. By the way, my asthma is completely gone, too!"
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[YEA] 09/26/2006: Mike from Allendale, MI writes: "I had this pain in my chest for a few days, thought i was having a heart attack it would come on and get worse until i would belch then it would go away, one day it didn't go away, 911 and a trip to hospital to find out i had a spasm and acid reflux, older brother has it and told me good luck. 2 days later on the web found earth clinic, acid reflux... ACV started taking acv as suggested. I SWEAR 4 min's after taking it i felt better. 6months later no acid reflux no spasms lost 25lbs. i am a junk food junkie, so 25lbs is huge, my over weight baby girl (11) and i are eating better and exercising and taking ACV 3x a day. will let you know on our progress. Thanks to all of you."
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[YEA] 09/25/2006: Rosie from Niagara Falls, ONT, Canada writes: "I Had such horrible Acid Reflux, and Digestive Issues, my Doc gave me tons of prescriptions... to no avail,nothing worked... I hardly ate, I was practically starving, grumpy and miserable,weak and tired.... you could find me drinking the Pepto-Bismal,Malox,Gravol,Peppermint tea. It was so nasty I did not want to get out of BED!until my father had mentioned Apple Cider Vinegar...I doubted it at first...well let me tell you, I purchased Gel Caps from the Natural Health Food Store,and Apple Cider Vinegar, after I swallowed the pill, I felt better within 45 mins...I could not believe it! so now I take 3 Gel caps a day of Apple Cider Vinegar,and i'm happy to say no problems, and I don't have to take any gross medicine. the first night I celebrated my new found health, I took my boyfriend out for beer and SPICY NACHO'S! Rose St.Louis (Thank God For Natural Cures...AND APPLE CIDER VINEGAR!)"
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[YEA] 09/24/2006: J from Los Angeles writes: "This is my second days to try ACV. So far ACV reduced my symptom significantly. I still do feel something stuck in my left side throat. I hope this remedy work for me and completely cure my GERD."
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[YEA] 09/19/2006: Don from Ontario, Canada writes: "All my life i"ve been eating rolaids like candy for my acid reflux. Watched a health show on tv about the digestive system and the lady doing the show said that a lack of acid is the most common cause of acid reflux. Acid naturally causes muscles of the esophagus to close off when digesting. Hence stopping acid reflux. The lack of acids cause the food to ferment and backup into the esophagus causing burning. She suggested taking a spoonful of ACV to stop the burn. Now no rolaids just ACV.Works wonders and I feel great."
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[YEA] 09/17/2006: Julie from Sheffield, PA writes: "My father has had horrible acid reflux for years. He tried 1Tbl. of Apple Cider Vinegar with 8 oz. of water every morning - and has been reflux free ever since. My question is about my 8 month old. He was a preemie and has horrible reflux. He's on Zantac and Reglan and has even tried Prevacid - it helps a little, but he still reflux's throughout the day - even aspirating into his lungs. I was wondering if you've ever heard of babies taking vinegar, and if it has helped them. I know he wouldn't take it by mouth, but he has a g-tube through which he receives his other med. s. If he could take it how much would you recommend. Thanks!"
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[YEA] 09/13/2006: Si from London, UK writes: "I do love the site for it's experiential cures. I am desperate for a cure or GERD. I am only in my early thirties and have had reflux for 10 years. Done all the PPI's on the Market: Zoton, Zantac, Nexium, Ranitidine, and chewed enough antacids to turn me to dust.
I definitely found some relief from the Apple Cider Vinegar, excitedly I jumped off my medication and suffered a serious backlash which put me in bed for two days with stomach pains. I was planning on ditching the meds anyway as became disillusioned. I took the ACV tablets three times daily and had success for two weeks before it broke through. I find ACIDOPHILLUS BIFIDUS capsules in the massive billion doses to be highly effective in keeping the digestive system well balanced. I also find magnesium tablets taken in the recommended daily dose helps keep the bowels moving to help prevent any constipation which causes the system to back up and increase likelihood of reflux. These three items combined with avoiding Fruit juices, coffee, alcohol and cigarettes helps keep me one step away from the recommended operation the Specialist said was my only answer. Good luck with your own management of your body!"
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[YEA] 09/11/2006: Bobbie from Rowlett, TX writes: "I got hooked on spicy chicken and started eating it almost everyday. At first I noticed that I got a little burning in my chest and when I coughed it got worse. The more chicken I ate the more I started getting acid reflux. I would mostly get it when I would go to bed or lay down. Today I was sitting up and got the biggest attack that I have ever had. I coughed and more acid came up. My ears, throat, and chest burned and I was getting choked and I felt like I was going to die. My husband heard all the choking and coughing and came in to help me. I had read many remedies on this site and remembered the ACV. My husband brought it to me and I mixed some with water and drank it. I started to feel better right after I used it and it about 10 minutes I was totally pain free. I'm going to use it for weight loss, acid reflux and arthritis."
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[YEA] 09/07/2006: Sharon from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada writes: "After suffering from a blocked bowel which caused back up of acid into the esophagus, many hospital visits with an NG-tube being inserted which scraped the interior of the esophagus, acid reflux was a full time occurrence. A scope showed that the lining of the esophagus was, as my Dr. said "raw meat". I was placed on most ant-acids known to man. They masked the symptoms for awhile, but I spent most days in pain. Sleeping was near impossible because of the pain and coughing. Thanks to a Dr. who practiced natural medicine and a magazine article which told me that far from having too much stomach acid, the pain meant that I was producing too little, I was told to take a forkful of sauerkraut when the pain hit and that it would help. It did! Immediately! It's effects were not permanent though. One week ago, again because of a magazine article, I was led to try Apple Cider Vinegar. Not for Acid reflux but to help me relax. I have not had acid reflux or heart burn since! Thanks for your web-site. I will be sharing my find with others."
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[YEA] 08/29/2006: Dr. Paul Swanson writes: "Thanks much for the ACV remedy for reflux. I join the chorus and say, yes, it has worked excellently for me as well. It has been shown that the lower esophageal sphincter closes in response to acidic stomach liquid near it.
My theory is that reflux is caused either by stomach liquid which is insufficiently acidic or because the acid receptors near the lower esophageal sphincter are not sensitive enough. Acidifying the stomach liquid with vinegar allows closure of the lower esophageal sphincter to be properly triggered by proximity of sufficiently acidic stomach liquid.
This theory is directly counter to the prevailing idea that reflux is caused by excess acid. I have observed in myself that Pepcid, which reduces stomach acid, does make reflux less painful because the refluxed stomach liquid is less acidic, but that nonetheless the actual amount and frequency of reflux increases. Thus, it makes sense to me that medications which reduce acid do reduce pain but do not eliminate continued reflux and symptoms. Clearly, this explanation of reflux will not be favored by those with financial interest in selling acid-reducing pharmaceuticals. Thanks again, Paul Swanson MD"
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[YEA] 08/15/2006: Peggy from Florence, AL writes: "I was told about apple cider vinegar for reflux by a neighbor who had seen it on television. I have had several prescription medicines and was presently on prilosec. I have been on the apple cider vinegar for 3 days with absolutely no reflux. Believe me, it works!"
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[YEA] 08/03/2006: Chris from Toronto, Ontario writes: "Recently I was sent from work to the hospital for chest pain so bad I nearly fainted. They were not convinced that it was acid reflux. After blood tests and ekg's and a stress test they conceded that I probably have acid reflux disease and prescribed pantoloc.... it didn't help much. I was prescribed nexium after the reflux persisted and that didn't help much either. I stumbled onto this web site today and ran out to buy acv and got more relief than I have since the reflux started. Here's hoping it continues... thank you"
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[YEA] 08/03/2006: Ricky from Walnut Creek, CA writes: "I'm 27 and recently came across this site for acid reflux and saw all the talk about ACV. At first i thought "what a scam" but i'll try, i was desperate. I've been taking acv for about 2 weeks or so, i can't believe it but i've really lost about ten pounds in 2 weeks. I've stuck to a healthy diet, lots of greens and lot and lots of water. At first i started taking it for acid reflux and digestive problems , and it's works. I thought something else was wrong when i started dropping the weight but it's the acv. It didn't work right away but after a week or so i noticed results! Try it yourself, just remember everybody's different what works for one person might not work for the next."
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[NAY] 08/03/2006: Tracia from Kentucky writes: "I tried ACV and it gave me the absolute worst heartburn and pain I've ever felt in my life. I began vomiting in a few minutes and now my heartburn is just SO awful. It is never this bad. I wish I had not done it. "
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[YEA] 07/19/2006: Dorothy from Oroville, CA writes: "I went to your web site to find a way to cure my acid reflux, I had been taking Prevacid for a long time, just wasn't doing anything for me in the last 6 months, so I tried the apple cider vinegar tablets, it's been two weeks and I feel so much better, can't say it's cured yet. What excites me is my out of control appetite is now in control, and right from day one, unbelievable! the weight is comming off so easily. thank you so much."
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[YEA] 07/15/2006: Maria Elena from Edinburg, Texas writes: "I tried any kind that could relieve me of my very chronic acid reflux, tagament, pepcid, antacids, zantac, any medications for acid reflux. I have been using ACV for about a week and I have noticed some changes on the acid reflux. I had gotten to the point of smelling food while it was been cooked, that was enough to set my acid reflux! believe me and even when I would drink water I was having acid reflux daily and was lasting for long periods of time...it was driving me nuts and having lots of pain during the day and at night....would be up all hours of the night. I had started throwing up and could taste the acid and the bitter smell of the acid reflux... just too much for me to handle..and I don't like seeing doctors.... So I called my sister and she told me about an article on ACV and told me to try it... thank God... I listened to her. I HAVE noticed my acid reflux isn't lasting long hours into the night or lasting for days. Now I sleep at night without worrying about having acid reflux, I'm too much enjoying having a good nights sleep!! We should remember what our elders had to say about home remedies and give it a try. Try it and you'll see the difference, because doctors don't want you to see the difference."
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[YEA] 07/07/2006: Terr from Northglenn, CO writes: "Well, I just want to say thank you for this great site! It has saved me, from great pain and suffering. I had to get off Nexium, I could no longer afford it. It really was beginning not to work anyway. I found this site, and instantly went to the fridge, and drank some pickle juice. Oh my gosh! Worked really well. I then went to the store and bought some ACV. What a difference! I have now slept through the night for 5 nights. I haven't slept through the night in years. I am slowing learning, that I can eat again. I used to get so sick, I could not even keep a soda cracker down. The burning was unbearable, and at times and I would be in tears. Thought I was going crazy. Anything spicy sent me over the edge, and I would be sick for the whole day and night. I no longer take any medicine, rolaids, Mylanta, etc. I also found that Celestial Seasonings makes a peppermint tea. I drink it every day, and it really helps. I am also trying yogurt, seems to help. Anyway, thank you so much for this site! I am so mad at the Drs. for prescribing medicine that just masked my problems."
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[YEA] 06/27/2006: Trey from Carrollton, Georgia writes: "I broke my shoulder playing softball and was given endocet 10/325 and naproxen 500mg. A week later I realized that I had a major problem. Something was causing me to feel like I was choking. Being in great shape all my life and never having an allergy, It was very disturbing. After lots of research I found that the pills and stress from the injury had really messed my stomach up bad. After all kinds of doctors and meds, I listened to my 87 year old neighbor. 2 days of apple cider vinegar and no more problems."
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[YEA] 06/16/2006: Cecilia from Strongsville, OH writes: "I have had chronic lower'back pain for years and after taking AVC twice daily for a month I have noticed a drastic difference. I was restricted in activities and now I can do just about everything. While at the doctor's I also found out that my blood pressure dropped from 124/80 to 116/68. In January, 2006 I was diagnosed with acid reflux, which resulted with pills every day. Since taking the AVC I haven't had to take any medication for the acid reflux. I believe it has also helped with my allergies. This really is a miracle cure."
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[YEA] 06/15/2006: Lynn from Caro, MI writes: "6 or 7 years ago my digestion went to hell, my arthritis reared it's head and I was miserable. I kept eliminating foods and tried aloe vera juice plus went to the doctors. They put me on Prevacid, naproxsyn, and zoloft. I tried to get off all but not very successfully. I finally kicked zoloft a little over 2yrs ago. The doctors will tell you that there is no withdrawal, there is a withdrawal believe me, but that's another story. I quit the pain pills which I was on prior to my digestion woes but I couldn't stop the acid reducers. I had to change to Prilosec due to finances and if I forgot a pill I would be doubled over in pain and vomiting. I couldn't ever bend over within 2 hours after eating without food and bile coming into my mouth. I found articles about acv and tried it. Immediate relief, no pain I still belch but no food comes up and I can even bend over. I will write again after another month or two and let you know how my arthritis is doing. I like the taste of avc. I also use ginger twice a day to aid digestion."
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[YEA] 06/14/2006: Dee from NYC writes: "I had a horrible few days of bloating, abdominal pain, vomiting and nausea. I was diagnosed with Acid Reflux and given a prescription for Prilosec. I took the pill and still no relief, so yesterday I did some research and found this site. I immediately went to the grocery store and purchased some ACV. I took a tablespoon before bed and I slept through the night, and I somewhat am feeling back to normal today. I know it's too soon to tell, but I'm optimistic this will help me relieve my pain! Thanks to all on this site!!"
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[YEA] 06/13/2006: Ann from Fairhope, AL writes: "Oh M-Gosh! ACV and honey cured my acid reflux, nasuea, a really heavy feeling and at the same time a vaccuous feeling in my stomach. ACV is a miracle!!!! I went to the doctor today and shared with him that I was taking ACV and what great results I was having......he didn't say a word....I could just tell that he was not in disagreement with this treatment. So, here I am, at 64 years old, and FINALLY able to sleep and free of all my symptoms!"
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[YEA] 06/13/2006: Dorthy from Palm Harbor, FL writes: "1 tablespoon ACV, 1 teaspoon honey, half glass water produced immediate results, slept like a baby."
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[YEA] 06/11/2006: Tammy from Carrollton, TX writes: "I just put this to the test, I did 2 TBSP ACV in a cup of water, and my acid reflux went away immediately. I usually get acid every day, so I will test this again as soon as the next time comes around. My stepdad swears by' ACV. I see a lot of cures listed here that I need. I am hoping if I drink this mix 1 to 2 times a day I will see these benefits too!"
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[YEA] 06/09/2006: KB from Chicago, IL writes: "I have acid reflux. The silent kind. No heartburn or late nights... but it was there. I sing in a rock back and it hit me after a performance. I am sure the late nights, beer, and late eating finally caught up with me. I went to the ENT, got scoped and was put on Prevacid (PPI). Did that for a month, while researching the web and anything I can get my hands on to get rid of this. I couldn't sing without major pain. We practice weekly and felt like I was letting the guys down. I found ACV and gave it a try...it certainly helped but ACV is acidic. It cures the heartburn, but since acid reflux is stemmed from too much acid coming up the to the throat... you might be adding to your problems as I did in my case. I wanted off the PPI's as that is very bad for you in a lot of ways. I found some natural cures like taking Ginger Root extract after meals and Honey when the reflux kicks up and before I sleep every night. I also drink a shot of Aloe Vera with water (you can get that at any healthfood store) three times a day. The Aloe actually heals the burns internally in your throat (just like it does for your skin when you get an external burn). I feel for the first time I actually have a handle on this. We have a gig a week from today and my confidence is growing as each day passes. My advice to this group is to do your research. There are many other things I am doing aside from what I listed above, but those specifically have helped me. Everyone is different. There are many natural remedies out there that you can look at to heal yourself and still not have to change your lifestyle too much. Just stay away from PPI's (they say Orange Peel extract is something to consider in replacement...but should be done carefully and for a short period of time - research it)...I have a feeling in about 10 years there will be a study on PPI's and how they are causing all sorts of new problems. When you think about it, the reason your stomach creates the acid is to break down food you eat before it hits your intestines, which is a good thing...PPI's basically put undigested food in your intestines to rot...not good. The main issue for everyone on this board is to just keep the acid in the stomach where it belongs...anyway...good luck...research, research, research!!! When I am 100% healed I will be back with more...till then...ROCK ON!"
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[YEA] 06/07/2006: Len from Chicago, IL writes: "Wow! I am astounded. After reading your forum last night, I bought some Apple Cider Vinegar to see if it would help my reflux which I have had for a couple of years. I am almost in tears as I got a great night's sleep last night after giving up hope of ever sleeping throught the night again. I can't thank you enough. I feel like I'm 20 years old today and I'm just giddy. No pain what so ever. No burning. No 3 AM gulp of Mylanta. I am angry at the doctors who prescribed all those medications that did nothing or only helped a little. I only pray that my esophagus will heal back to normal after years of injury. GOD BLESS YOU AND THANK YOU SO MUCH. If you are reading this and haven't tried it I strongly encourage you to. You will bless the day you did! Len"
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[NAY] 05/30/2006: Andrew from St. Louis, MO writes: "I've been on Prevacid for 6 years, wanting to get off of them. After reading the cases, I got some _______'s ACV and tried it. It felt like a blowtorch in my esophagus. I get heartburn from anything I eat or drink, especially water, which I love to drink but it is the worst for my GERD. For now I'm back on the Prevacid, I'm open for other suggestions."
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[YEA] 05/21/2006: Rob from Sacramento, CA writes: "ACV really does work. I am a very skeptical person. I have lived on over the counter drugs for heart burn going on 16 years, and guess what, I'm only 32 years old. I started out with max strength Mylanta then on to zantac. I started waking up in the middle of night with acid in my throat not being able to breath and coughing so hard to get that stuff out of my throat I would throw up. I could not sleep on my stomach at all. My symptoms was getting really bad I was scared for my life. So I went to the ER they told me to keep taking zantac. Finally I was told about ACV at work this is where skepticism came in I looked and looked and researched this cure. I was really looking for a big sign saying I was a big jack ass but I went ahead and bought a gallon of ACV I finished it off took approximately 1 to 2 shots three times a day in a big 16 oz glass of water. Heart Burn is GONE GONE GONE thanks to ACV and your SITE. Thanks so much, Rob P."
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[NAY] 05/18/2006: Stephanie from NC writes: "i am currently trying to apple cider vinegar cure for acid reflux but haven't had the great results everyone else has. it has really upset my stomach and seems to make swallowing harder. i'm wondering if it has anything to do with the fact that i don't get heartburn i have the type that goes past the esophagus and pools in the root of the tongue? i'm going to continue to try it (2 tbl 3 times a day) unless someone has any advice. thanks, stephanie."
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[YEA] 05/14/2006: Henry from Ellisville MO writes: "I have had acid reflux all my life as i have gotten older it got worse. Been on all kinds of meds Nexium, prilosec, you name it they work for a while, then they are not very effective. Tried apple cider vinegar two table spoons three times a day and it works for me!! Henry. I don't know if it cured it but it works!"
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[YEA] 05/10/2006: David from Thousand Oaks, CA writes: "Went to 6 different ENTs (sad but true). Finally 1 good ENT knew what my problem was when I described the symptoms to him (globus or feeling something stuck in my throat, dry mouth, white tongue, etc.). He performed a flexiscope and found I have LPR which is form of "Silent Reflux" where acid flow up past your Upper sphincter and inflame your vocal chord causing irritations. He immediately put me in 2x PPI Nexium, it helped reduced my symptoms but I still get regular irritations in my throat. I decided to try ACV mixed with Raw Honey after each meal and it greatly reduced my symptoms. I feel better and is revisiting my ENT and should reduce to 1 PPI/day. Not good thing to do PPI if possible. Lots of side effects and long-term health risks.
Side-note is that if you have heartburn or throat lump problems, make SURE you get a good GI or ENT to diagnose. Don't go to a GP (General Practitioner) or FP (Family Practitioner) or Internist, they are not usually good and don't have expertise or equipment to diagnose your problem. They can make things worse by guessing your problem and misdiagnosing. Dr's. are people too and they're good and bad ones everywhere. It's up to you to find out and do your home work.
People that have LPR like me don't have heartburn because the acid does not stay long enough in the Esophagus to cause irritation. I did Esophogram and Barrium Swallon test and found don't have Esophagitis."
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[YEA] 05/05/2006: Bill from Armonk, NY writes: "I wanted to write and relay what a great site this is. I have suffered from GERD in the throat for the past 2 years. Most times it's at bay. But it lurks in the background. I stumbled on your site and tried ACV. It worked great. Though I had another episode recently where it made it's way to my throat again. This time I tried the Pickle juice.. immediate relief. WOW! The other day I had some crazy gas pain from constipation(I think). I tried the Baking Soda remedy. Again almost immediate relief....This site is great and the user feedback is extremely helpful."
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