Apple Cider Vinegar Treatment for Acid Reflux

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Posted by Julie (Sheffield, PA) on 09/17/2006
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My father has had horrible acid reflux for years. He tried 1Tbl. of Apple Cider Vinegar with 8 oz. of water every morning - and has been reflux free ever since. My question is about my 8 month old. He was a preemie and has horrible reflux. He's on Zantac and Reglan and has even tried Prevacid - it helps a little, but he still reflux's throughout the day - even aspirating into his lungs. I was wondering if you've ever heard of babies taking vinegar, and if it has helped them. I know he wouldn't take it by mouth, but he has a g-tube through which he receives his other med. s. If he could take it how much would you recommend. Thanks!

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Posted by Bobbie (Rowlett, TX) on 09/11/2006
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I got hooked on spicy chicken and started eating it almost everyday. At first I noticed that I got a little burning in my chest and when I coughed it got worse. The more chicken I ate the more I started getting acid reflux. I would mostly get it when I would go to bed or lay down. Today I was sitting up and got the biggest attack that I have ever had. I coughed and more acid came up. My ears, throat, and chest burned and I was getting choked and I felt like I was going to die. My husband heard all the choking and coughing and came in to help me. I had read many remedies on this site and remembered the ACV. My husband brought it to me and I mixed some with water and drank it. I started to feel better right after I used it and it about 10 minutes I was totally pain free. I'm going to use it for weight loss, acid reflux and arthritis.

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Posted by Sharon (Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada) on 09/07/2006
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After suffering from a blocked bowel which caused back up of acid into the esophagus, many hospital visits with an NG-tube being inserted which scraped the interior of the esophagus, acid reflux was a full time occurrence. A scope showed that the lining of the esophagus was, as my Dr. said "raw meat". I was placed on most ant-acids known to man. They masked the symptoms for awhile, but I spent most days in pain. Sleeping was near impossible because of the pain and coughing. Thanks to a Dr. who practiced natural medicine and a magazine article which told me that far from having too much stomach acid, the pain meant that I was producing too little, I was told to take a forkful of sauerkraut when the pain hit and that it would help. It did! Immediately! It's effects were not permanent though. One week ago, again because of a magazine article, I was led to try Apple Cider Vinegar. Not for Acid reflux but to help me relax. I have not had acid reflux or heart burn since! Thanks for your web-site. I will be sharing my find with others.

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Posted by Dr. Paul Swanson (USA) on 08/29/2006
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Thanks much for the ACV remedy for reflux. I join the chorus and say, yes, it has worked excellently for me as well. It has been shown that the lower esophageal sphincter closes in response to acidic stomach liquid near it.

My theory is that reflux is caused either by stomach liquid which is insufficiently acidic or because the acid receptors near the lower esophageal sphincter are not sensitive enough. Acidifying the stomach liquid with vinegar allows closure of the lower esophageal sphincter to be properly triggered by proximity of sufficiently acidic stomach liquid.

This theory is directly counter to the prevailing idea that reflux is caused by excess acid. I have observed in myself that Pepcid, which reduces stomach acid, does make reflux less painful because the refluxed stomach liquid is less acidic, but that nonetheless the actual amount and frequency of reflux increases. Thus, it makes sense to me that medications which reduce acid do reduce pain but do not eliminate continued reflux and symptoms. Clearly, this explanation of reflux will not be favored by those with financial interest in selling acid-reducing pharmaceuticals. Thanks again, Paul Swanson MD

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Posted by Peggy (Florence, AL) on 08/15/2006
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I was told about apple cider vinegar for reflux by a neighbor who had seen it on television. I have had several prescription medicines and was presently on prilosec. I have been on the apple cider vinegar for 3 days with absolutely no reflux. Believe me, it works!

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Posted by Ricky (Walnut Creek, CA) on 08/03/2006
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I'm 27 and recently came across this site for acid reflux and saw all the talk about ACV. At first i thought "what a scam" but i'll try, i was desperate. I've been taking acv for about 2 weeks or so, i can't believe it but i've really lost about ten pounds in 2 weeks. I've stuck to a healthy diet, lots of greens and lot and lots of water. At first i started taking it for acid reflux and digestive problems , and it's works. I thought something else was wrong when i started dropping the weight but it's the acv. It didn't work right away but after a week or so i noticed results! Try it yourself, just remember everybody's different what works for one person might not work for the next.

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Posted by Maria Elena (Edinburg, Texas) on 07/15/2006
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I tried any kind that could relieve me of my very chronic acid reflux, tagament, pepcid, antacids, zantac, any medications for acid reflux. I have been using ACV for about a week and I have noticed some changes on the acid reflux. I had gotten to the point of smelling food while it was been cooked, that was enough to set my acid reflux! believe me and even when I would drink water I was having acid reflux daily and was lasting for long periods of time...it was driving me nuts and having lots of pain during the day and at night....would be up all hours of the night. I had started throwing up and could taste the acid and the bitter smell of the acid reflux... just too much for me to handle..and I don't like seeing doctors.... So I called my sister and she told me about an article on ACV and told me to try it... thank God... I listened to her. I HAVE noticed my acid reflux isn't lasting long hours into the night or lasting for days. Now I sleep at night without worrying about having acid reflux, I'm too much enjoying having a good nights sleep!! We should remember what our elders had to say about home remedies and give it a try. Try it and you'll see the difference, because doctors don't want you to see the difference.

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Posted by Terr (Northglenn, CO) on 07/07/2006
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Well, I just want to say thank you for this great site! It has saved me, from great pain and suffering. I had to get off Nexium, I could no longer afford it. It really was beginning not to work anyway. I found this site, and instantly went to the fridge, and drank some pickle juice. Oh my gosh! Worked really well. I then went to the store and bought some ACV. What a difference! I have now slept through the night for 5 nights. I haven't slept through the night in years. I am slowing learning, that I can eat again. I used to get so sick, I could not even keep a soda cracker down. The burning was unbearable, and at times and I would be in tears. Thought I was going crazy. Anything spicy sent me over the edge, and I would be sick for the whole day and night. I no longer take any medicine, rolaids, Mylanta, etc. I also found that Celestial Seasonings makes a peppermint tea. I drink it every day, and it really helps. I am also trying yogurt, seems to help. Anyway, thank you so much for this site! I am so mad at the Drs. for prescribing medicine that just masked my problems.

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Posted by Cecilia (Strongsville, OH) on 06/16/2006
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I have had chronic lower'back pain for years and after taking AVC twice daily for a month I have noticed a drastic difference. I was restricted in activities and now I can do just about everything. While at the doctor's I also found out that my blood pressure dropped from 124/80 to 116/68. In January, 2006 I was diagnosed with acid reflux, which resulted with pills every day. Since taking the AVC I haven't had to take any medication for the acid reflux. I believe it has also helped with my allergies. This really is a miracle cure.

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Posted by Stephanie (NC) on 05/18/2006
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i am currently trying to apple cider vinegar cure for acid reflux but haven't had the great results everyone else has. it has really upset my stomach and seems to make swallowing harder. i'm wondering if it has anything to do with the fact that i don't get heartburn i have the type that goes past the esophagus and pools in the root of the tongue? i'm going to continue to try it (2 tbl 3 times a day) unless someone has any advice. thanks, stephanie.

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Posted by Henry (Ellisville MO) on 05/14/2006
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I have had acid reflux all my life as i have gotten older it got worse. Been on all kinds of meds Nexium, prilosec, you name it they work for a while, then they are not very effective. Tried apple cider vinegar two table spoons three times a day and it works for me!! Henry. I don't know if it cured it but it works!

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Posted by Richard (Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada) on 04/25/2006
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HEY THIS WORKS FOR REAL!! NO JOKE!! get REAL Apple Cider Vinegar!! NOT THE PILLS! Liquid is better! Cured my gastritis.

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Posted by Susan (Huntington, NY) on 04/09/2006
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Along with making my diet 80% alkaline and 20% acid, I went back to the apple cider vinegar. I read a book titled Alkalize or Die to get a list of food PH. It mentioned that the apple cider vinegar was alkaline. I went off all heartburn medication and after an afternoon bout of reflux I tried the apple cider vinegar... a tablespoon in a glass of water. Within a half hour I felt immediately better. It was definite proof it worked and I am thrilled.

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Posted by Angie (Lake Charles, LA) on 03/03/2006
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I've always believed in home remedies so I decided to search acid reflux home remedy. After all the positive feedback, I had to run out to health food store and purchase a bottle. I can most certainly say IT WORKS and almost immediately. I recently started having chest pains and trouble digesting food, it felt like it was stuck in my throat. I am blessed to have found this site, I know my guardian angel directed me right to it! Thanks.

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Posted by Amy (USA) on 02/08/2006
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This website is very informative and quite helpful! I have been taking Nexium on and off for about 4 years now. For this past year, I had been taking 3 each morning, one hour before I ate (I had ulcers on my esophagus!!). It was working for a bit, but recently stopped working all together. Over time, these meds are not good to take because they can actually produce other stomach problems like excessive bile. This can also damage the esophagus. Therefore, after searching for natural remedies for acid reflux, I found this site. I have been drinking two tablespoons of Apple Cider Vinegar, organic or course, 3 times a day. I find that I still have a little acid, but it is much better. I also notice that my skin is looking better also. There are so many benefits from Apple Cider Vinegar. Hey, it can't hurt. It is all natural. If it helps to keep the acid away, then we will be all set. THANKS to this website, and all of the viewers helpful comments. Please keep it up!