by Scott Davis | Aug 16, 2020
The use of specific acid reflux drugs has increased significantly in the past few years, and so has the occurrence of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. A new study published in the journal Alzheimer’s & Dementia now shows that people using these drugs...
by Scott Davis | Jun 10, 2020
There are many myths about what causes acid reflux. But a new study just appeared in The FASEB Journal explains one factor that contributes to the development and continuation of the most serious type of acid reflux. What’s more, this factor can make even occasional,...
by Scott Davis | May 28, 2020
Acid reflux and broken bones – it’s not an obvious connection. But a new study published in the Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition reveals that people taking common acid reflux drugs have a 20% increased risk of bone fracture. The research found that...
by Scott Davis | May 5, 2020
These acid reflux drugs are some of the most commonly prescribed drugs in the world. But medical practitioners haven’t been revealing the whole story. They have kept some information to themselves, or at least did not publicize it. These drugs, according to a new...
by Scott Davis | Mar 8, 2020
We often ignore acid reflux as an innocent annoyance. Yes, it’s painful, it can keep you up at night and it can ruin a good meal. But we seldom give attention to just how widespread and dangerous acid reflux is. Using app-based technology, researchers asked 71,812...
by Scott Davis | Jan 22, 2020
One of the most frequent health problems for elderly are broken bones. As we age, our bones become weaker and we are at greater risk of falling. So, it doesn’t help that one of the most frequently prescribed acid reflux drugs directly weakens our bones as well as our...