Acid reflux in throat

Hello everyone:

I have acid reflux in my throat quite frequently i have tried everything without success. Lately i decided not to eat at night and i got better results. However, in the middle of the night it happens often that i feel it in my throat, i use water with baking soda i take one sip when it happens and it makes a huge difference. I try to avoid taking too much as i read that its not recommended for long term. Any advice on long term usage of baking soda ?
It has the better effect and instantly than all i hve tried. I read so many bad things also on long term usage and i am worried about heart issues later.
Any advice ?
Many thanks and be safe and well.

Hello sharon,
I have had acid reflux basically for years. I can not recall when it started but lately as i age it got worst.

Yes baking soda mixed with water helps tremendously. They recommend half a teaspoon with a cup of water but i only sip during the night and it does really help. I havent had a chance to ask my doc but made some reswarches online.

Sharon:
I have had and endoscopy and was diagnosed with hiatal hernia. I am trying to avoid the drugs as i am concerned about long term effect. I have heard so many bad reports i am hesitant.i have used them in the past but was told by doctor to not use over a month.
I would not mind taking pepcid OTC every night if thay could help but have you heard about the long time effect ?

Hi. Have you tried alkaline water? Try finding one that has a pH of at least 8 which denatures the pepsin in your esophagus. I bought a pitcher online which has a filter so I can create my own alkaline water.

As you might know, the burning/pain you're experiencing in your throat is from acid and pepsin being refluxed there. They are both normal and necessary in your stomach, but a disaster in the esophagus. As you consume food or drink which has acid, the pepsin which normally breaks down food in the stomach, but is now in your throat, is activated and causes the problem. Essentially, it thinks your esophagus is food so starts munching on healthy esophageal tissue.

It's not a perfect solution. But I've found that alkaline water helps clear at least some of the pepsin.

Cheers and here's hoping you will feel better.

FYI: Costco sells their Kirkland Brand of Alkaline Water. Each bottle is 33.8 oz (1 Liter). The label identifies a pH of 9.5, 18 bottles to the package. Cost of $9.49.

Michel S,I have been using high alkaline water for a while and it made a huge difference. You do have to be very consistent, in fact for any of these dietary changes to work. I also changed my eating habits drastically too , which was very difficult for me to do as I love good food. Alkaline water deactivates the pepsin in your throat. I also found eating small regular meals with snack in between very important and finishing eating around 7 and I only go to bed around 11pm. I also find that any sort of stress also starts the reflux off. Will answer any questions you might have....I have been studying this for years and struggling for years....its not a simple thing to get rid of.