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Podcast: Performance Plate
Episode: Unmasking the Burn: Understanding Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Description: Join us for an insightful journey into the intricate world of GERD, a chronic digestive disorder affecting millions. We dive deep into the pathophysiology behind GERD, unraveling the role of the lower esophageal sphincter and its dysfunction in causing the unpleasant symptoms like heartburn, indigestion, and more. Stress and anxiety often walk hand in hand with GERD, and we explore the intricate relationship between these mental states and digestive health, shedding light on how they can mutually trigger one another. Discover practical advice for managing GERD, from dietary considerations to lifestyle changes, and even the use of supplements. Tune...