Acid Reflux - The effects of drugs on children
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There is significant evidence that proton pump inhibitors are linked to all types of problems including increased infections, mineral and vitamen deficiencies, and calcium malabsorption. Now it has been okay'ed for kids to stop acid reflux.
Some other side effects of these drugs are acid rebound; the acid is even stronger, so the kids go immediately back on the medicine. Food acid is a line of offense against digested born infections and poisoning.
Kids have there calcium absorption reduced making their bones weaker. Vitamin B absorption is reduced, and that is key to good mental health.
If acid reflux is a problem, get the kids off soda (use water), eliminate sugars, grains, wheat and processed foods. Some simple dietary and sometimes just temporary changes is all you may need.
Natural Health and Wholistic Wellness Resources in Raleigh NCCreated Friday, October 12, 2007 by T.Smith, M.S.
Edited on: Friday, October 12, 2007 11:06 AM