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Effects of Foods With Fiber on Erosive Heartburn

Heartburn can be at the very least an annoying part of your day, and at the very worst it can significantly alter how you live your life. Of course there are medications you can take to lessen or even eliminate the heartburn, but more than that a simple change in your diet will help alleviate the pain you feel.

  1. L-Tryptophan

    • The same type of chemical that is produced when you eat turkey is produced when you eat foods with fiber in it. L-tryptophan will help to alleviate the pain you would feel from your erosive heartburn.

    No, Low Carb

    • No-carb or low-carb diets reduce the amount of fuel your body has to naturally alleviate the stomach acid. Carbohydrates are necessary for the body to produce chemicals to counteract the natural digestive juices.

    Serotonin

    • Tryptophan and carbohydrates both help the body produce serotonin, which is a natural pain reliever. Additionally, serotonin slows the release of acids into the stomach.

    Lowering Recurrence of Ulcers

    • Eating whole wheat bread instead of white bread has been shown to reduce the recurrence of ulcers in patients who had recently healed duodenal ulcers. White bread contains 50 percent less tryptophan than wheat bread.

    Other Helpful Additions

    • In addition to fiber, you can also try some herbs to help reduce your stress. Kava herb has been shown to reduce stress and, in so doing, acid indigestion. Licorice root helps to coat the intestinal tract and increase the life span of intestinal cells. Aloe vera inhibits the production of gastric acids. Ask your doctor for other suggestions.

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