Bile reflux is similar to acid reflux in which stomach acids seep from the stomach into the esophagus because of a dysfunctional muscle (the lower esophageal sphincter). Bile reflux often develops ...

Bile salts can irritate the esophagus, and CCK has been shown to relax the LES, resulting in reflux. To manage or reduce the ...

Fennel is not just crunchy with a nice licorice flavor. Its super low pH can give you relief from heartburn, too. Ginger can increase bile, which is a good thing, because that can relieve heartburn.

Read at the meeting of the New England Surgical Society, New Haven, Conn., November 9, 1928. For record and address of author see "This Week's Issue," page 349. Select the format you want to ...