Heartburn / Reflux

Definition: A symptom of a disorder of the intestines, stomach or oesophegus.

Typical Complaints: Heartburn, belching, burning sensation after eating, wind, abdominal pain, bloated feeling,

Candida relationship: The gastro intestinal tract runs from the mouth to the anus and is lined with billions of friendly bacteria. When Candida becomes systemic (it buries through the gut wall and enters the blood stream) it leaves tiny holes in the gut wall which then allow the fungus from the bowel into the blood stream. Once in the blood stream it can establish itself anywhere in the body and start to proliferate. The gastro intestinal tract is the perfect home for the fungi and it can soon start to inhibit the growth of the good bacteria and take over.

Without enough good bacteria the soft tissue of the tract can become inflamed and damaged. The condition is worsened as the Candida takes over destroying healthy tissue, thus heartburn and reflux become a problem. Candida also causes food to ferment in the stomach and bowel and thus indigestion becomes a problem for those with a Candida overgrowth. Good bacteria is essential for promoting healthy digestion. Without it the gut becomes much more sensitive to certain foods and substances and food intolerances become commonplace increasing indigestion and reflux.

Once the gut problem is eradicated the body will be able to process foods more efficiently without reflux or heartburn being a problem, therefore eliminating the need for medication.

Healing: As well as determining which foods are causing problems, you must irradicate the overgrowth of Candida and replenish the good bacteria in order to restore a healthy gastro intestinal tract. This is done by following our Candida Program. At the same time you need to heal the GI tract by restoring the integrity of the mucous membranes which have been compromised by the presence of Candida. Once this happens indigestion will cease to be the problem it was.

Alongside the Candida program also take Reflux Formula. This is a powerful and effective formula with results comparible to that of prescribed medication. Contains Artichoke known for its digestive properties, Oats and Passiflora to help prevent the over production of acid and Goldenseal for its powerful uses shown towards the mucous membranes of the body. Stops acid over production and heals the lining of the stomach wall.