Constant throat clearing from reflux is one of the most frustrating symptoms people with LPR (laryngopharyngeal reflux, also called silent reflux) deal with. Unlike typical heartburn, this symptom has little to do with how your stomach feels — it’s your larynx and throat tissue reacting to tiny amounts of …
Yes — and it’s far more common than most people realise. I’ve spoken with hundreds of reflux sufferers who’ve experienced that unsettling flutter or racing sensation in their chest after eating, only to be told by their doctor that their heart is fine. The explanation, in most cases, comes …
Acid Reflux and Heart Palpitations: The Vagus Nerve Link Read More
Yes — silent reflux, also known as laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR), can cause shortness of breath. Unlike classic acid reflux, LPR sends acid and pepsin all the way up past the esophagus and into the throat and larynx — your voice box. When these sensitive structures become irritated, your body …
Silent Reflux and Shortness of Breath: Why LPR Causes It Read More
SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth) and acid reflux share a powerful bidirectional relationship. Bacteria that overgrow in the small intestine ferment food, producing excess gas that pushes up against the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) and forces it open — triggering reflux. At the same time, GERD and long-term PPI …
SIBO and Acid Reflux: The Hidden Gut Connection Behind Your Symptoms Read More
Acid reflux and bronchitis are more connected than most people realize. When stomach acid backs up into your esophagus (GERD) or reaches your throat without triggering heartburn (LPR/silent reflux), it can irritate and inflame your airways, causing bronchitis-like symptoms: chronic cough, chest congestion, and difficulty breathing. But the relationship …
Acid Reflux & Bronchitis: The Hidden Connection & Treatment Read More
When you have acid reflux or LPR (silent reflux), not all fruits are off the table — but acidity absolutely matters. The acidity of a fruit is measured by its pH level: the lower the pH, the more acidic it is, and the more likely it can trigger your …
Acidity of Fruits Chart: Which Fruits Trigger Acid Reflux? Read More