Modern Disease: Acid Reflux, Do You Have It?

According to clinical statistics, one in four modern people has the problem of acid reflux. Do you have it?

"Acid reflux," also known as "gastroesophageal reflux," refers to the condition where stomach acid abnormally flows back into the esophagus, throat, or even the mouth over a long period, causing nausea, chest burning sensation, or hoarseness. It is commonly referred to as "heartburn."

From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, we call it "pan-acid". The main causes are poor dietary habits and a stressful lifestyle; the most common syndrome type is:

Liver Qi invading the stomach: due to emotional stress or high pressure, causing acid reflux attacks, accompanied by heartburn, bitter taste in the mouth, and dry throat.

Food retention: When overeating occurs, acid reflux attacks happen, accompanied by loss of appetite or a sensation of food taste in the throat swelling.

Cold dampness internal obstruction: When overeating raw and cold foods, acid reflux occurs, accompanied by stomach bloating or relief after eating warm food.

“Acid reflux” may seem mild, but it gradually wears down our spleen and stomach functions. Without good spleen and stomach function, no matter how many wonderful things we have, we cannot truly enjoy them, so it's best to treat the condition early if you have it!

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