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Alginate Supplements (For Reflux)

Baking Soda for Heartburn?

January 09, 2025
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Baking soda may temporarily relieve heartburn but be aware that overuse can have adverse effects. Get the details in our article about supplements and foods for reflux and heartburn.

Also see our Top Picks among alginate supplements for reflux.

Gaviscon – For Reflux

November 28, 2023
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A CL member noted that he purchases Gaviscon from the UK. Learn how it compares to alginate products sold in the U.S. and Canada in our Alginate Supplements Review (For Reflux), which includes our Top Picks among alginate supplements.

Reflux Supplement Interactions

January 24, 2023
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Alginate supplements can help reduce symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD – a common cause of heartburn), but they may also reduce the absorption of medications, as well as vitamins, and minerals. Learn how to avoid this in the Concerns and Cautions section our Alginate Supplements Review. Also see our Top Picks among alginate supplements.