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Beekman-Poughquag, NY
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REFLUX – OLOGY REFLUX – OLOGY REFLUX – OLOGY
Reflux – Ology If you’re one of the estimated 17–27%* of adults who experience heartburn at least once a month, you know the signs: a harsh, burning feeling in your chest usually after eating a large meal, spicy food, or when you’re lying down. Frequent, persistent heartburn is the most common symptom of GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease). GERD not only interferes with quality of life, it can lead to serious illness. If you have chronic GERD that is not relieved by lifestyle changes or medicines, surgery may be an option. But first, what causes GERD? When you eat, food travels from your mouth, down …

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Briarcliff, NY
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Treating Seasonal Allergies Holistically Treating Seasonal Allergies Holistically Treating Seasonal Allergies Holistically
Treating Seasonal Allergies Holistically It has been shown that seasonal allergies are a result of increased inflammation in the body, stemming from a weakened immune system. Ninety percent of your immune system’s defenses originate in the intestine, so maintaining a healthy GI tract ultimately plays an important role in reducing the effects of allergens. One way to achieve this is to avoid medications such as antacids, NSAIDS and antibiotics, because they can weaken the intestinal wall’s protective barrier. If you’re looking for holistic alternatives to a daily antihistamine, following are some tips that are commonly recommended b…

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Darien, CT
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Teens And Antidepressants: More Harm Than Good? Teens And Antidepressants: More Harm Than Good? Teens And Antidepressants: More Harm Than Good?
Teens And Antidepressants: More Harm Than Good? With teen depression on the rise, medication may seem like the easiest and quickest way to treat struggling or suicidal teens. However, the results of these treatments have been mixed, and in some cases, ultimately cause more harm than good.  How Antidepressants Work To some extent, depression and its effects on the brain are a mystery. However, the simplest explanation for how antidepressants work is that they impact the behavior of brain chemicals called neurotransmitters. These neurotransmitters are released to send messages between nerve cells that trigger serotonin, dopamine and norepi…

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