When HEARTBURN turns DEADLY?

We’ve all experienced that ‘burning’ feeling.

You know, the one that starts in the pit of your stomach… and BURNS up into your throat.

It could happen right after a meal—or it could haunt you HOURS later.

I’m talking about dreaded acid reflux—a.k.a. HEARTBURN

But if you’re one of the estimated 60 million of Americans that suffer from what feels like endless heartburn, it’s not only uncomfortable and inconvenient… it can also turn DEADLY.

According to a study published in the journal, Cancer, folks that experience chronic heartburn face an increased risk of multiple types of CANCER—specifically cancers of the esophagus or larynx (your voice box).

But this is where things get really scary…

The mainstream ‘solution’ to heartburn has long been proton pump inhibitors—otherwise known as PPIs.

In fact, PPIs are some of the most popular drugs on the market.

You’ve probably seen dozens of advertisements for PPIs… and if you suffer from heartburn, your doctor has probably already recommended them.

But here’s what mainstream doctors AREN’T telling you…

PPIs are TERRIBLE for your health!

You see, while PPIs ‘turn off’ the acid in your stomach, they also stop acid production in the rest of your body.

And the fact is, we need a certain amount of acid in our systems—it’s critical for many processes, including clearing out unwanted waste.

The good news is, there is plenty you can do to STOP the agony of heartburn and reduce your cancer risk WITHOUT the use of dangerous PPIs.

My favorite, natural remedy for heartburn is soothing, easy-to-drink, and packs a wallop of health benefits…

I’m talking about ginger tea.

The health benefits of ginger are well-documented. It fights inflammation, can reduce diabetes risk, and even lower your risk of cancer.

Ginger tea is great for many stomach ailments, from the common stomachache to nausea, to even chronic heartburn. For maximum benefits, drink the tea before a meal.

If you suffer from chronic heartburn and are on a PPI regimen, be sure to talk to your doctor first before supplementing with a natural remedy.

To the dangers of PPIs,

Sarah Reagan

PS – The dangers of PPIs are too lengthy to cover in this eAlert. But you can read our in-depth look at PPIs and their health risks in our Health Sciences Institute monthly newsletter. If you’re not a member, click here to subscribe.

Sources:

Gillson, Sharon. “Side Effects of Proton Pump Inhibitors.” https://www.verywellhealth.com/side-effects-of-proton-pump-inhibitors-1742874