The real question here is... why didn't acid reflux disease exist 20 years ago?

Say it with me: Once treatment for GERD is begun it usually will need to be continued indefinitely.

Eliminate alcohol, take a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar when you start to feel it (or two, it works), and for god's sake be careful before filling any prescriptions (read: drug company pocketbooks for the rest of your life).
lemonboy Reviewed by lemonboy on . GERD (Acid Reflux) What is GERD (acid reflux)? "Gastroesophageal reflux disease, commonly referred to as GERD, or acid reflux, is a condition in which the liquid content of the stomach regurgitates (backs up, or refluxes) into the esophagus. The liquid can inflame and damage the lining of the esophagus although this occurs in a minority of patients. The regurgitated liquid usually contains acid and pepsin that are produced by the stomach. (Pepsin is an enzyme that begins the digestion of proteins in the Rating: 5