How I cured my acid reflux, naturally.

I forgot to mention that when my esophagus constricts I can feel the food (and drink) struggling all the way down and into my stomach. Sometimes when it gets there I can feel and hear a *blop* sound (yeah, I know how crazy that sounds!) and a gurgle from regurgitation at the back of my throat. Could my stomach be displaced?

Hi Dusan:

Sorry to hear that you are going through such a condition.  Most of us here on this forum have multiple issues.  And it's hard to say which was the first.  I know at my worst time, I had at least 5 different issues.  Gastritis was one of them.  I always felt somewhat nauseated and could not handle any pressure against my stomach.  Many hiatal hernias are sliding hernias.  The diaphragm becomes detached from the esophagus and slides up and down the esophagus. This allows the stomach to bulge upward and cause the esophageal sphincter to get too wide, so it can not close properly.  If you want to try the carbonated water treatment, start out slowly, with 6 oz of carbonated water and see how it feels.  You should feel some pressure buildup but it should not hurt.  One benefit to this treatment is that it inflates the stomach and forces the diaphragm above the stomach where it belongs.  If you can keep the diaphragm in it's proper location it may be able to reattach.

You may have a magnesium deficiency which can cause random muscle spasms.  I take 1 500mg of ultramag daily.  I actually chew it and wash down with water.  You should also have 1 cup of organic probiotic yogurt 1st thing in the morning and every 4 hours during the day and right before bed.  It help to balance out your gut bacteria and reduces gas buildup in the intestines.  You should also incline your bed at least 10 to 12 inches.

Keep me updated at to your progress.  John

I get that gurgle in my throat too! Drives me mad!!

Hello Jonathan

I want to know what 's Carbonated water ,yes,I'm not an english speaker so I don't know Carbonated water contains HCO3- or H2CO3,I'm chinese ,I hope you can help me and tell me the carbonated water  is alkaline  or acid,thank you 

I feel this too. I have GERD/HH/Silent Rflux and sometimes have a lumpy throat and pain in back and chest/throat.  I also feel food sometimes struggling all the way down and then feel the blop and gurgle.  It burns also when it is like this going down, until I manage to calm it down however way I can.  Then ok for days, then something sets me off yet again.  Food diary did not work as not consistent.

Hi Xin:

Carbonated water is similar to soda pop but it has no sugar.  If you can't find any in your area, you can substitute diet soda pop of your choice. You can also use seltzer water.  Remember to start out slow.  6oz and holding down the burp for 5 minutes.  4 times a day.  Each week add 5 minutes to each session until you work up to 20 minute sessions.  Keep me posted. John`

Your aesophagus is constricted because stomach acid has already caused scarring and damage in it. Once such damage is done you can only take it easy with food and drink and hope for the best. Look online to see what foods are good for people with Acid Reflux. Also you have to lose weight to an optimum and be very physically active so endorphins make you feel energized and keep depression away if there is any. 

?But this whole situation with you could also be purely on the nervous basis. Feeling of a lump in the throat and a constriction can be caused by stress and nervous tension. Revise your life, see what you can do to remove stress, that's a no 1 step in any ailment of digestive system. Our digestive system doesn't work well when we are under stress or had a major trauma in our life. 

Hi Gary. 

Make sure you are using fresh carbonated water as it goes flat very quickly.  Try taking a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil before the treatment.  This will help improve the seal since many people have some scar tissue in the sphincter area.  Once you establish a good seal, you will feel the pressure build up and it may even be uncomfortable.  So just start with 5 minutes then each week add 5 minutes to each of 4 sessions per day.  Working up to 20 minutes.  Remember, you need to focus while doing this, otherwise the air will escape.  And you don't need to force a burp.  If pressure has built up, it will come out as soon as you relax.  Let me know if you still have trouble.  John

Thanks for replying. When's the best time to do this? Before or after food?

I've been using new small bottles of carbonated spring water but I still have to force burbs. My problems are basicly stress and anxiety related. If I get wound up I can feel my stomach stinging

Hi Gary.  Sorry to hear you are under such stress.  I hope things get better for you.  Stress can definitely cause the stomach to make more acid.  And, everyone has different causes to their digestive issues.  You need to find a good doctor that is willing to work with you.  Some people have successfully used an antidepressant to reduce the mind/ stomach connection.  Malox can help also because it not only neutralizes acid but it makes a protective coating.  I use marshmallow tea for it's protective coating effect.  But, it can be hard to find.  Likely, you have gastritis and possible ulcers.  I'm not sure if you also have GERD.  There are two H Pylori tests that are non invasive.  You need to know if you have an infection or not. 

You can also take a sip of olive oil every hour or whenever you feel some burning.  Get a low acid organic olive oil.  You can not take too much and it helps reduce bad cholesterol levels.  You may also benefit from the deep breathing exercise to reduce the body's stress level.  Keep me posted, John.

Have you had an endoscopy to see why? 

Hi Ellebi:  I agree.  Information is critical to find the cause of you digestive issues.  There are some ailments that can cause such symptoms.  What are your symptoms and what medications do you take?

No I had two Gastroscopys and Colonoscopy which showed a Patulous LOS with a medium sliding hiatus hernia and it mentioned Oesophagus but no treatment plan other than Anti Reflux advice sheet

I dont take any medications as such but am prescirbed Buscopan, Motilium when needed.        

I have terrible difficulty swallowing liquids and tablets to the point that I have to eat or crush up the tablets and swirl the water in my mouth before swallowing.

Solid food seems ok

He Ellebi:

I think there are a lot of people on this forum that actually have a Sliding Hiatal Hernia but don't know it.  So, I'm not sure how effective the carbonated water treatment will be.  However, in researching this issue I only found either PPI drugs or surgery as treatment.  The initial cause appears to be weak muscle support in the Hiatal area.  The LES needs the diaphragm as support or it will not be able to close properly.

  I would suggest that you make a yogurt smoothie every day, adding berries or vegetables that you can tolerate, plus 1/2 cup of protein powder of your choice.  Most people are deficient on usable protein or they don't digest it properly.  So, adding this type of protein will give your muscles some nutritional support to heal.  I would also suggest some abdominal exercises two or three times a day.  I have a chair I can recline and then do partial sit-ups. 

If you want to try the carbonated water treatment, then start out slowly, holding down the burp for just a few minutes and the working up to 5 minutes, then 10, then 20 if you can. 

There may be some benefit, as the carbonated water expands the stomach and moves the diaphragm back up into it's proper position.  Perhaps, it can heal in time.  Keep me posted as to your progress.  John

Thank you, will do

I would also advise to look up the side effects of ANY medication you take as they can add to a persons symptoms and lead to treating side effects with more medications.  I just looked up the side effects of Buscopan, Motilium  and they are significant.  I advocate for all natural treatment whenever possible. Yogurt every day to reduce bloating and aid digestion, drinking lots of water to stay hydrated, natural vitamins and minerals to support healing, daily exercise, organic foods if possible, lots of fresh vegetables as this is where we get most of our daily minerals, birch xylitol  or organic raw sugar for occasional sweeteners. low acid organic olive oil and natural liquid vitamin E to treat esophagus or stomach issues.  500mg of ultramag magnesium every day.  Just a word of caution, there are serious ailments that can also cause difficulty swallowing, hopefully your doctor has ruled them out.