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It\u2019s proof of how stubborn acid reflux is that acid reflux drugs are the most sold medicine on earth \u2013 even if their side effects can be fatal.<\/p>\nIt\u2019s proof of how stubborn acid reflux is that acid reflux drugs are the most sold medicine on earth \u2013 even if their side effects can be fatal.<\/p>\n
So, a 72% reduction in acid reflux from adopting one healthy habit should be tempting. And it\u2019s free and convenient.<\/p>\n
This solution was discovered in a new study in The Journal of Sport and Health Science.<\/em><\/p>\n Pooling data from 33 studies involving 240,850 participants, the researchers examined how lifestyle factors, especially exercise, influence acid reflux.<\/p>\n They also analyzed how different amounts and intensities of physical activity affected outcomes.<\/p>\n The results were striking:<\/p>\n 2.\tStronger Benefits for Older Adults:<\/strong> Adults over 40 saw a 31% reduction<\/strong> in reflux risk, compared to 15%<\/strong> for younger individuals.<\/p>\n 3.\tSmokers Benefited Most:<\/strong> Among smokers, exercise reduced reflux risk by an impressive 33%<\/strong>, outperforming the benefit seen in non-smokers.<\/p>\n 4.\tOptimal Exercise Levels:<\/strong> 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week lowered reflux risk by a staggering 72%<\/strong> compared to a sedentary lifestyle. Benefits beyond this threshold increased only gradually.\n<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n The exact reason why exercise helps remains unclear.<\/p>\n Exercise may strengthen the muscles that keep stomach acid in place or improve digestion overall.<\/p>\n\n