Supplement reduces heartburn symptomsEfficacy of a Food Supplement Containing LA14, Peptides, and a Multivitamin Complex in Improving Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease-Related Outcomes and Quality of Life of Subjects Showing Mild-to-Moderate Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease.
In this well-structured study, we examined how a food supplement with probiotics, peptides, and vitamins might help those suffering from mild-to-moderate heartburn. Over 28 days, 56 participants received either the supplement or a placebo.
Remarkably, those taking the active supplement experienced noticeably fewer and less intense heartburn episodes compared to the placebo group. Additionally, they reduced their reliance on over-the-counter medications.
Improvements in quality of life scores were also significant in the group taking the supplement, indicating its potential effectiveness for managing GERD symptoms.
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LJ88 improves heartburn symptomsBeneficial Effect of Heat-Killed Lactic Acid Bacterium No. 1088 on Temporal Gastroesophageal Reflux-Related Symptoms in Healthy Volunteers: A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind, Parallel-Group Study.
We investigated the impact of a heat-killed lactic acid bacterium, known as No. 1088 (LJ88), on heartburn symptoms in healthy individuals. In a randomized, placebo-controlled study with 120 participants, the LJ88 group noticed significant improvement in heartburn symptoms after six weeks compared to those taking a placebo.
Remarkably, no serious side effects were reported. This suggests that daily consumption of LJ88 can potentially alleviate heartburn issues in otherwise healthy people.
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Herbal formula improves digestive symptomsHerbal formula improves upper and lower gastrointestinal symptoms and gut health in Australian adults with digestive disorders.
We explored the effects of the NC Gut Relief Formula, a blend of herbs and nutrients, over 16 weeks in adults with digestive disorders.
After taking the formula, participants reported a significant 60%-80% improvement in upper and lower gastrointestinal symptoms, including heartburn. Remarkably, many were able to stop using proton pump inhibitors by the study's end.
Additionally, the formula improved overall quality of life, energy levels, and enabled individuals to reintroduce previously troublesome foods without increased symptoms.
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Probiotics improve gut health in GERDIs It Useful to Administer Probiotics Together With Proton Pump Inhibitors in Children With Gastroesophageal Reflux?
We explored how taking probiotics alongside proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) impacted children with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). In a study with 128 GERD kids, half received PPIs and a placebo, while the other half got PPIs and probiotics for 12 weeks.
After treatment, 56.2% in the placebo group had dysbiosis, but just 6.2% in the probiotics group did. This shows that adding probiotics significantly reduced dysbiosis rates, bringing them close to those of healthy children.
The findings suggest that probiotics can be beneficial for children using PPIs to manage GERD.
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Lactobacillus strain shows promiseA highly acid-resistant novel strain of Lactobacillus johnsonii No. 1088 has antibacterial activity, including that against Helicobacter pylori, and inhibits gastrin-mediated acid production in mice.
We investigated the potential of a unique strain of Lactobacillus johnsonii No. 1088, renowned for its impressive ability to survive in acidic environments and its antibacterial properties.
This strain not only inhibited the growth of harmful bacteria like Helicobacter pylori but also reduced gastric acid secretion in mice. While these findings suggest it could aid in treating conditions like heartburn and gastroesophageal reflux disease, the direct effectiveness of Lactobacillus johnsonii No. 1088 for heartburn relief in humans remains to be established.
Therefore, while promising, more research is needed to confirm its benefits for heartburn sufferers.
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