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Reflux Friendly Recipe: Chilled Cucumber Soup
Chef Ken’s love of cooking began when his father moved his family from California to Yvoire, France. He achieved national recognition at age 21 at the famous Los Angeles restaurant La Guillotine and has continued that meteoric rise ever since. Today helming his critically acclaimed and heavily awarded Napa Valley institution, La Toque, Chef Ken…
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Gastroesophageal Reflux (GERD) vs. Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (LPR)
We are still learning a lot about how reflux affects individuals differently. Although everyone refluxes, not everyone experiences it in the same way. Those who experience common, telltale signs often may have acid reflux. When acid reflux is chronic or severe, people may be suffering with Gastroesophageal Reflux (GERD) or Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (LPR). Doctors typically only treat those individuals who are showing signs.
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Managing heartburn in pregnancy
It's no secret that pregnancy is often uncomfortable. Countless women suffer from swollen feet, sore backs, nausea, and heartburn. Have you ever wondered why so many pregnant women experience heartburn? It starts with hormonal changes that cause the esophageal muscles to relax. While these muscles are taking a break, the gates are left open for…
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Top 10 Reflux Life Hacks
Are you struggling with acid reflux? Read on for our top 10 life hacks to make managing reflux symptoms easier. 1. Eat small mealsThe more food you put in your stomach the more likely that it will reflux. Large meals promote regurgitation. Try eating on a smaller plate to limit portion size and avoid second…
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Stress & Strawberry Crepes
Chef Ken’s love of cooking began when his father moved his family from California to Yvoire, France. He achieved national recognition at age 21 at the famous Los Angeles restaurant La Guillotine and has continued that meteoric rise ever since. Today helming his critically acclaimed and heavily awarded Napa Valley institution, La Toque, Chef Ken…
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Functional vs. Confectionary Gum: "Chews" Wisely
Dr. Franco is an accomplished physician with a long career distinguished by renowned research, global teaching, speaking and collaboration, and a thriving medical practice at Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Harvard University. He is a co-founder of Reflux Gourmet. FINDING CONSENSUS IN MEDICINE seems so elusive these days. We've all seen that commercial where 4 out…
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