Vinegar and Acid Reflux

"Apple cider vinegar is a great NATURAL remedy
for acid reflux!"

At first glance, vinegar and acid reflux might sound like an unlikely combination until you review the overwhelming positive testimonials published throughout the internet.

Indeed a recent survey on acid reflux conducted at the earth clinic web site ranked apple cider vinegar as the best of all the home remedies suggested to relieve the symptoms of occasional heartburn or acid reflux.

So what is acid reflux and how are vinegar and acid reflux related?
Acid reflux or heartburn occurs when strong stomach acid leaks back up into the esophagus. The esophagus is the tube which carries food from your mouth to your stomach.

When you swallow, a circular band of muscle around the bottom part of the esophagus relaxes to allow food and liquid to enter into your stomach.

Normally this muscle valve, called the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), is closed and keeps the digestive acid and food inside the stomach where it belongs.

However if the LES valve opens when it shouldn't, hydrochloric acid from the stomach can reflux back and touch the lining of the esophagus.

This can cause a burning sensation in the chest or throat known as acid reflux or heartburn.

Most people experience the occasional episode of heartburn and although unpleasant, it is generally nothing to worry about. Frequent or constant heartburn however can be a serious problem and is the most common symptom of gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD).

Ref: Mayo Clinic Staff, Oct 18, 2005. ( Web Link )

Treatments

Two approaches commonly advocated for the treatment of heartburn or acid reflux include:

Using medication to reduce stomach acid.

Over-the-counter antacids are often used to decrease or completely neutralize the amount of acid in the stomach. They are most effective when taken about 1 hour after a meal.

Prescription medication such as H-2-receptor blockers or Proton pump inhibitors are used to reduce the production of stomach acid as opposed to just neutralizing the acid. They provide longer relief than antacids but don't act as quickly and are generally taken before meals and at bedtime as needed.

These drugs however are associated with many side effects, one of which was reported in a recent issue of The Journal of the American Medical Association.

There It was concluded that taking the class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPI) for more than a year significantly increased the risk of hip breakage in people over 50. The risk was found to increase with increased dosage and the longer the drug was taken.
The researchers believe that the PPI therapy may inhibit the body's ability to absorb calcium which then leads to weaker bones and fractures.

Reference: JAMA. 2006; 296:2947-2953. (
Web Link )

Dietary and lifestyle changes such as:

The reduction or elimination of foods and other intakes that can increase the secretion of hydrochloric acid in the stomach and/or relax the LES muscle (and thereby aggravate the problem) such as nicotine (from smoking), alcohol, chocolate, high fat meals, foods which contain high amounts of calcium and protein, and certain calming herbs like peppermint.

Losing weight if you are overweight or obese since excess body weight puts extra pressure the stomach and surrounding muscles which can force open the LES valve when it shouldn't be. Similarly, eating smaller meals will reduce the pressure on the LES muscle.

Vinegar and Acid Reflux - The Natural Home Treatment

A third approach (a popular natural home remedy) to help reduce or eliminate acid reflux is to take the following apple cider vinegar tonic:

Natural ACV Tonic
2 or 3 teaspoons (10-15 ml) in an 8 ounce glass of water,
before meals or whenever heartburn is experienced.

One underlying theory here is that the acetic acid in vinegar lowers stomach acidity (increases its pH) since acetic acid is a weaker acid than hydrochloric acid. It is also believed that vinegar (acetic acid along with its acetate salt) may help buffer and maintain stomach acid at a pH level of about 3.0. In this milder acidic environment, the stomach can still efficiently digest food but it causes less problems with the esophagus and thus less heartburn.

Another theory contends that the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) is a pH sensitive valve.
When there is food in the stomach with insufficient acid present, the LES valve can periodically flop open, causing acid reflux.
Too little acid in the stomach may be caused by different factors, but one of the most common one is that, as we grow older, our body does not produce as much stomach acid.
As a result the LES valve, sensing less acid, periodically flops open causing acid reflux.
Drinking apple cider vinegar supplies the LES valve with the acidity it needs to function properly.

Ref: http://issuu.com/thebestoftimes/docs/december2008/34 (

Web Link )

Improved digestion and mineral absorption from regular intake of the apple cider vinegar tonic may also play a role in reducing acid reflux.

So if you are concerned about possible side effects with prescription drugs or even over-the-counter medications, try combining some of the dietary and lifestyle changes mentioned above along with a tonic of apple cider vinegar before meals as an all natural way to alleviate occasional heartburn symptoms or as a preventative practice. Vinegar and acid reflux could be a combination that works well for you.

If you are searching for a more comprehensive step by step holistic system to cure your acid reflux then have a look at Jeff Martin's e-book
called " Heartburn No More".

In this 186 page book Jeff Martin, who was himself a longtime heartburn sufferer, discloses the completely natural system he and numerous others have used to rid themselves of heartburn in all levels of severity.

The e-book can be downloaded to your computer immediately and comes with a 2 month instant money back guarantee.

User Feedback Comments on
Vinegar and Acid Reflux

Name: Doug
Location: California, United States
Date: June 12, 2013

Prescription drug taker for several years, attempting the move to ACV, on my third day. Here is my story.

I'm 32 years old and have been using anti-acids like Tums since high school. Through college and the first years of my career I continued poor eating/drinking habits and finally it got so bad I was actually waking in the middle of the night, choking on my own bile.
So finally with career backed health insurance I pursued gastro specialists and had tests. In the end, all they did was prescribe Omeprazole and while it did solve my problem, several years and a child later, and I'm concerned about my long term health and taking pills everyday for this.
My father and brother also have heartburn issues, so this is also in my genes. If I forget to take the pill, it doesn't matter what I eat or don't eat, I will get the feeling creeping back and by evening full fledged heart burn.

I've had a few friends try to turn me on to ACV before but of course I dismissed their claims and decided that a pill a day wasn't so bad. Of course this was also during the stage of my life where happy hour after work = 5 glasses of straight whiskey. As you can tell, healthy living wasn't my thing.

Well I finally came around after talking to an older man who successfully eliminated his heartburn and stomach ulcer issues by using ACV. And so I decided if it worked for someone like that, I had to try it out once my pills were gone.

Sunday night, I realized I hadn't taken my pill that morning as I began to have heartburn. Luckily we do our grocery shopping on Sunday's, so I finally had the heartburn to remind me to buy the ACV.
The first night I felt it worked pretty well, and I had no issues that night. The second day was a bit more rough, I needed some Tums here and there, and I think the pills were still leaving my system. The third day, this morning, I felt great before I took my morning dose of ACV, and then after I took it BAM! it burned the shit out of me and immediately caused me to have heartburn all the way to work, and I didn't even touch my coffee today as it sat on my desk getting cold. Needless to say, this was discouraging.... should ACV actually CAUSE me to have heartburn when I otherwise felt great?

After reading through about half of the comments here I came across one or two people who were trying to make the transition from pills to ACV, and I now realize that this can be difficult. We are used to having NO acid be produced due to our medication, and so this process of balancing our bodies again is bound to be painful.

I just got back from the store, buying a bottle of ACV for work, and some baking soda to drink as well if I am in too much pain (be cautious with the baking soda as it does produce a lot of gas when put in water, but is great at neutralizing the acid). I tried to dilute the ACV a bit more this time, and it went down a lot better. I would say if it is burning your throat at all, you have not diluted it enough.

So I guess my point is that if you are coming off those nasty medical pills, you are going to need more time. I was told by the "old man" that I needed to give it 6 weeks to be cured. Estimates on here seem much more aggressive as people seem to say 8 days, 10 days, etc before it works. But in the end of course, we are all different, and you have to also consider how many other life changes you are or are not making. Sodas, candy, whiskey, etc.

Too many people have had success to ignore the benefits of this remedy. If you are still in pain, like me, stick with it. I'm in day 3, and unsure about it all, but these comments and experiences from others have given me the strength to fight through it and really give it a chance.

Good luck to all of you, this is such a miserable and debilitating problem to have, and my heart goes out to those who are unable to enjoy their day or night due to GERD.

Name: Angie
Location: Quebec, Canada
Date: June 03, 2013
(Translated from French)

As far as I'm concerned, I suffered from acid reflux for several years.

I consulted a specialist and had two examinations of the esophagus a few years apart but nothing was found, except stomach acid on the walls of the esophagus.

My condition had reached the point where I was having severe seizures (very intense and painful esophageal pain) about 4-5 times a week while eating and each one lasted between 15 and 45 minutes.

The seizures were so intense that I could not swallow my saliva and it prevented me from catching my breath.

One day I went to a health food center and quite by chance, I talked about my case to a homeopath on the premises ... it was he who told me about apple cider vinegar and taking a dose of 1 tsp in 300 ml of water on an empty stomach in the morning.

It's been almost four months since, and I've only had two mini attacks that lasted about 10-15 seconds. I'll try drinking some ACV in the evening as well to completely eliminate any risk of seizures.

For me, apple cider vinegar is truly miraculous; it really works. I used to really fear the moment when a seizure would happen but now I can go to a restaurant without fear and when I'm at home, I'm no longer stressed before a meal.

Name: Laura
Location: Indiana, United States
Date: May 16, 2013

I have been suffering with stomach pain for 3 years. I only have heartburn when pregnant or I eat certain foods.

A friend told me about ACV. I only had the grocery store brand, like Heinz, so I used 2 tablespoons with water. The pain was gone in less than an hour.

Like so many others, what started out with Tums, moved to Zantac, then Zantac 150 then a prescription and the pain kept creeping back. I have been pain free for 2 weeks.

I read you should use the unfiltered ACV so after 2 weeks I tried Bragg ACV. In 1 day I was in so much pain again. I don't know why. After nearly 20 hours of constant pain, I used the grocery store brand ACV and the pain was gone in less than an hour.

My advice is don't give up after 1 try. Try different brands. This stuff works!!

Name: Gina M
Location: Nevada, United States
Date: April 25, 2013

I have been using ACV for the last 3 days and I am a new person.

I have severe GERD and was even losing my voice due to the damage done by the acid reflux. I am feeling so much better now!

My husband has started using it too.

Muuuch better than using meds!!!

Name: Ken S.
Location: South Carolina, United States
Date: April 15, 2013

I have had heartburn since I was young and used to live on Rolaids and more recently Acid Reducer Pills. Attacks were frequently during the day and almost always at night.

I had heard about taking Apple Cider Vinegar, but it just didn't make sense to me until a trusted friend who is a health nut and an RN, told me exactly how ACV works and it finally made sense.

So I tried it, three days ago, and I have not had a single episode of heartburn since.

I'm sure those blood sucking Pharmaceutical companies don't want to hear this, but I won't be supporting them anymore.

Name: Mike
Location: Texas, United States
Date: April 09, 2013

For over 2 years I was taking Zantac and needed it more, more, more like many others on here.

A lot of it had to do with my diet but Zantac is a dangerous crutch in my opinion and makes you need it. Eventually it didn't matter what I ate, I would get indigestion especially late at night constantly waking up at 4 a.m. with horrible indigestion.

My wife (a natural doctor) had told me dozens of times to start taking ACV but I thought I knew better and thought she was crazy. I did try ACV a couple of times but I think my stomach was so jacked up it would make me vomit everything immediately because it was such a shock for my stomach.

So I used Zantac for a few years to the point where I needed it every day, I decided I needed to try something different as the route other people went taking Nexium and even higher doses of Zantac couldn't be the solution.

I found this forum and first started with baby steps of taking ACV.

First I started with 8oz of water and about 2 teaspoons of ACV a few times during the day and one before bed. Initially it was really difficult to stomach but I held it down. I definitely saw an immediate change in my stomach acid levels and my reflux. Over a week or so I eventually worked my way up to 2TABLESPOONS and 8oz of water. I started to notice the more ACV I took the better I felt and the less symptoms I'd have at night.

I had cured my daytime acid reflux but still had night time.

Finally, I decided to try ACV and do just 2 tablespoons (no water) before bed, now, 3 days later I have no night time waking for reflux which had been causing sleep interruption for 2-3months. It's really a miracle, I thought I was going down the road to getting cancer of the esophagus, this product is amazing!

Name: Fawad Akhtari
Location: Kabul, Afghanistan
Date: April 01, 2013

I am living in Afghanistan and here we have less professional medical help, that sucks though..

I have been having acid reflux or heart burn that doesn't bother me much in the stomach but my tongue and mouth burns so bad sometimes that I get fed up.

I have purchased apple cider vinegar tablets recently and hope this helps.

Does anyone have any other ideas on how to cure this lousy pain?

Thank you so much.

Name: Francesca Greico
Location: Texas, United States
Date: March 27, 2013

After a 15 THOUSAND dollar hospital bill from the ER because I thought I was having a heart attack or possibly had a blood clot in my lungs, I found out that I had adult onset asthma from GERD.

I had X-rays, CT scan, EKG, angiogram, and every blood test you could think of and all they found was gallstones. I spent the next week on Symbicort, Ventolin, Nasonex, and Prevacid.

I was in my bed for days, not able to breathe in deeply and I KNEW I was dying. I thought every short breath I managed to take was my last. I even began to "talk" to my kids about my insurances, etc... I can't fully communicate the terror I was going through.

I came across this site while desperately searching for an answer to why this happened to me. I read about the ACV and thought to myself, if it doesn't work; I am going to need to go back to the hospital and demand they put me on oxygen.

I went and got Bragg's ACV, put 2 tablespoons in a glass of water, drank it down, and immediately my stomach deflated and I could breathe! What a miracle!

I am still sore from weeks of suffering but each day with the ACV gets better for me. I am off the inhalers and stopped the Prevacid. Big Pharma can go to h*ll!

Name: Sue Schmitz
Location: MI, United States
Date: March 18, 2013

I stumbled across this site a few months ago. I have been on prescription Prilosec for 6 years and it wasn't helping anymore.

I read about all the bad side effects from being on that medicine and was scared of the damage it might be doing to me.

I really didn't think this would work---I mean, it really defies all logic---taking an acid to control acid......but, I was desperate. I stopped taking my Prilosic, and tried it before a meal. It worked, but only for a few hours. I kept taking the ACV with water before all meals, and also before bedtime. I began to get discouraged that it wasn't "lasting"....but that all changed after the 8th day.

I have been using this for a little over a month now and only have to take it ONCE every few days. It's a miracle. I'm so happy I have broken the cycle of suffering on those medications.
If you don't get relief right away, please keep trying for at least 10 days. It will work--it just takes time, especially if you have it really bad like I did.

Good luck!!!
And a HUGE thank you to all of you that wrote testimonials. It encouraged me to try it.

PS The stuff tastes NASTY---but the results are worth it.

Name: David M.
Location: Texas, United States
Date: March 13, 2013

A couple of months ago I was experiencing heartburn and had an Upper GI Endoscopy performed.

Findings were a small hiatal hernia and Gerd. Some biopsies were taken from my esophagus as there was some red areas. Biopsies turned out ok with no Barrett's. Dr recommended to take 30mg Lanzoprazole daily.

Currently taking and then came across this website. I immediately bought me a bottle of Bragg ACV and started taking right before every meal (2 tsps + 8oz water) and once about 2-3 hrs before bed time.

Presto, it worked! Immediately reduced heartburn in chest. Though at night I often feel a sore throat. Think its from stomach acid traveling back to esophagus. Started using a wedge pillow for this.

Has anyone with a hiatal hernia felt completely cured at night by taking ACV, and QUIT taking PPI's for longer than a couple of months?

Name: Adel Abdou
Location: Helsinki, Finland
Date: March 02, 2013
(Translated from French)

Hi,

I have suffered so much in my life because of my heartburn!

I have tried all types of medicines but nothing has cured me.

Thanks to God, apple cider vinegar has relieved the pain of my severe heartburn.

They told me to use: 1 capful of vinegar + 1 half glass of water + 1 tablespoon of pure honey + a pinch of cinnamon.

After taking that, I had a very good night. Thank you very much my God!

Name: Joe Toscano
Location: North Carolina, United States
Date: February 12, 2013

I have tried over the counter stuff for years at least the last 15.

In the last year I started with ACV twice a day for about 6 months now I take 2 tablespoons three times a week and I have my life back with just a little maintenace.

Name: Jack
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date: February 04, 2013

Have suffered from GERD for most of last 10 years; nothing really worked. Hated all the drugs.

Just tried 2 Tablespoons of ACV last night and first thing this am.

AMAZING immediate turnaround and improvement. Fingers crossed!!

Name: Soulaymane
Location: Paris, France
Date: February 03, 2012
(Translated from French)

Apple cider vinegar has changed my life. I was suffering from stomach pain after every meal. Eating was an ordeal, every night I was waking up with excruciating pain to vomit acid.

This had a big impact on my psychological state and my overall health.

I had tried everything but no drug had cured me or brought me relief.

One day, following one more sleepless night because of the pain, I decided to try ACV as a home remedy.

The pain disappeared instantly, it was like magic.

I haven’t had any stomach problems since, even though I was resigned never to experience this feeling again!

This product is just a miracle of nature.

Name: Roger Kummert
Location: California, United States
Date: January 09, 2013

I started taking apple cider vinegar about a month ago to deal with my acid reflux. Prior to that I was on Prilosec.

The first two weeks off of Prolosec were tough. I was taking many doses of ACV to combat the reflux but now after about a month I take it once or twice a day. Always before bed and sometimes earlier in the day if I notice symptoms.

I am so glad to be off of Prilosec and notice that I feel much better. I have also lost 7 pounds. Part of that is changing my diet a bit.

Overall I encourage anyone taking Prilosec to give this a chance.

Name: David G
Location: Idaho, United States
Date: December 30, 2012

I have had pressure and heart burn for years.

After waking up with the worst chest pain ever felt, I turned to the Web for a solution and it was ACV.

What would normally be a week or more of pain, was gone the next day. No more pressure, no more pain. I've been drinking it after I eat and before I go to bed.

Name: Roger K
Location: California, United States
Date: December 12, 2012

I was taking the over the counter medications and they seemed to stop working.

I searched the internet and came across ACV as a potential remedy. Last night I took it for the first time.

I had instant results. Slept well last night and got up and noticed that my mouth had a different taste (no doubt less acid flavor).

On day two and I feel much better than I have in years.

Name: Sally Smart
Location: British Colombia, Canada
Date: November 24, 2012

For those who drink it straight,,, don't! Always with food or water.

ACV is awesome. It has the closest PH balance our body needs to fix things. It is an acid but it calms other acids in our body.

For those suffering sudden heart attack like pains,,, could be your gallbladder,,,?

For those with a relaxed esophagus,,, chewing a good mint gum helps.. It keeps you swallowing and pushes stuff down also exercises the esophagus and strengthens it.

ACV and chewing gum! Remember that. And if you are out and get an attack with no ACV on hand, strong mint gum will calm the attack in the throat and push the fluid back down,,, might not calm a pain in the ribs tho since some said they have that also.

I have ACV in the kitchen, also have ACV pills on hand. That might help some of you. Still take them with water or a meal.

I am not a doctor, this is my very own research, tested results on my own body and experiences so use this info as you will and see a doctor when you know you should.

Name: Rick Whittel
Location: West Sussex, United Kingdom
Date: November 18, 2012

Hi Guys,

I have had digestive problems for years but never thought anything of it.

Years and years went by of taking OTC medications which helped but after a while enough was enough.

I went to see my gastro who said I had symptoms of GERD and put me on Omerprazole. I was on them for about a year but I started looking into natural remedies.

ACV was mentioned all the time so I bought a bottle of Braggs and had my first glass this morning.

All seems good at the moment and will be having two more glasses today.

Note from apple-cider-vinegar-benefits.com:
ACV should not be taken straight but always diluted with water or a fruit juice.

Name: Thomas Hughes
Location: Florida, United States
Date: November 14, 2012

Just started ACV. Instant results.

Thank you all for sharing.

Name: June
Location: Kentucky, United States
Date: November 11, 2012

For the last 4 years I have taken Prilosec or Nexium....prescribed by my ENT doctor.

It is so expensive and has some bad side effects.

I heard about the vinegar treatment and decided I had nothing to lose. It worked immediately and after 3 days I lost my hoarseness I had been bothered with for nearly a year!

I used acv from the grocery that I had on hand and followed it with water or several swallows of butter milk.

Amazing! Amazing!

Name: Sherry George
Location: New York, United States
Date: November 09, 2012

Started using it, small dose 1/2 teaspoon in 8oz glass of water. Great relief.

Will continue to use as needed. Definitely worth trying.

Be sure to wash you mouth after each use as it can weaken your tooth enamel.

Name: Nick
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date: September 06, 2012

I'd had several severe bouts during sleep where I'd wake and BOLT for the bathroom for water because it felt as though someone had poured battery acid down my throat as I slept.

Antacids didn't provide as much relief as I hoped.

Then in March, a persistent sore throat was accompanied by chronic hoarseness and I could no longer hit many notes when singing around the house, which, believe it or not, really cramped my enjoyment of the radio. I'm no singer, but suddenly not to be able to sing along with favorites from decades ago was really disappointing and I knew it was time for a medical diagnosis

The otorhinolaryngologist scoped me and immediately diagnosed acid reflux, putting me on Nexium. It took a couple of months for improvement, but I did improve, getting my range back and reducing the sore throats.

Then I read about proton pump inhibitor side effects, including those of Nexium.

I tried apple cider vinegar - without Nexium - and did not relapse. It's early yet, but I'm optimistic that I've weaned myself off the proton pump inhibitors and will handle this thing naturally, as well as cheaply.

Name: Jean-Marie Roland
Location: Québec, Canada
Date: September 05, 2012
(Translated from French)

This all started many years ago. I started to have acid reflux when I drank alcohol. The burns were unbearable. Over time it often started at night when I went to bed.

So initially, I consulted a doctor and he prescribed Pantoloc. Later, with another doctor, I tried Lozec.

With these drugs, I could sleep better but I did not want to spend my life taking these pills.

After several years I started choking from time to time when eating. But as time went by the problem became more serious.

I consulted a gastroenterologist who told me that everything was normal but I was choking more and more.

After doing a lot of research I came across this web site which talked about the benefits of apple cider vinegar, considering my situation I felt I had nothing to lose.

I tried ACV and WOW, it was really amazing. My reflux was reduced by 97% and I'm not choking any more. I take it before going to bed (2 tsp. in 8 ounces/235 ml of water at bedtime).

I have been taking apple cider vinegar for over two months now and I can tell you that it works perfectly. So much so that now I only take it when needed.

I thank God for having found such a helpful web site ...

Name: Linda Schuett
Location: Maryland, United States
Date: September 02, 2012

I get the "heart attack" type symptoms and cannot tie when it occurs to anything in particular that I've eaten or done.

The pain is intense. It puts me to my knees. Apple cider vinegar in water takes the pain away beginning within seconds and the pain is completely gone within minutes.

I may start carrying a bottle in my briefcase!

Name: Marsha Jaffe
Location: New York, United States
Date: September 02, 2012

I just finished reading everyone else's testimonials and I totally agree! I am so pleased to have found a natural cure to acid reflux!

For years, my GI docs prescribed Aciphex, Prilosec, Tagament and still I was getting heartburn even after brushing my teeth.

Always into alternative treatments I found DGL was helpful for a time before meals, buy that kind of stopped working for me too.

As a healthy individual over 60, I was diagnosed with oseteoporosis and read these proton acid blockers can actually decrease the calcium in your bones- hence, contributing to osteoporosis!

I needed to give ACV a chance. Lo and behold, it's been working for over 2 weeks now and I'm so pleased!!! I can even have a cup of coffee or some chocolate without having pain all night.

It really works for me!

Perhaps they should teach this "cure" in the medical schools!

Name: Lina De
Location: New York, United States
Date: September 01, 2012

This stuff is great.

I just drank an 8 oz water with 15ml of ACV and I can already tell the difference.

Name: Stephanie B
Location: North Carolina, United States
Date: August 30, 2012

I've been suffering from GERD for about 6 years now. Recently it has become worse. I've been on Prilosec, Omeprazole, and tons of antacid's.

I had used ACV for nausea and I know it worked like a charm. One day I just took a spoonfull before eating and it felt so wonderful not to feel like I was about to throw up, bloat, or have aches. This really does work!

Note from apple-cider-vinegar-benefits.com:
– Apple cider vinegar should not be taken straight, but mixed with food (ex. as a salad dressing) or diluted in water, juice, tea, etc.

Name: Kathleen Miller
Location: Ohio, United States
Date: August 18, 2012

Well I got the worst bout of indigestion this past week with gas, bloating and heartburn.

I tried Prilosec, Tums, and Previcid to no avail. Then I called my fiance and he told me to try ACV. So I figured what the heck what can it hurt?

I have been using the ACV for 3 days now 2X per day and the relief is amazing. I am still having some bloating, gas and indigestion but the heartburn seems to be gone.

I feel better all over since I was in pain and the indigestion is less frequent so much better. I will continue to take this since I tend to have issues with indigestion because of foods.

I also have been on the bland food diet for 5 days so the both of them seem to be helping.

I am much happier taking a natural substance for my problem. Also I simply bought my ACV from the grocery store so the next bottle will be from a natural goods store instead to get even more benefits.

Name: Janis
Location: Kentucky, United States
Date: August 10, 2012

I have been on acid reflux meds for well over 15 plus years.

My reflux was so bad that 4 to 5 times a week I was up in the night throwing up and that is when I told my endocrinologist what was going on and he told me it was acid reflux and put me on Aciphex and it help until the insurance company had me to change it and since then I have been on several acid reflux meds.

It has gotten so bad that I was taking my prescription Protonix in the am and at night I was taking the over the counter Omeprazole so that I could sleep with out acid reflux plus I had resorted to the recliner so that I would sleep elevated which help.

Then one evening I was reading about acid reflux and found that apple cider vinegar was being helpful in reducing the effects of acid reflux - I read all of the testimonials and decided I needed to run out and try ACV with water.

The results - YAY!!! I have NOT had a Protonix or Omeprazole or heartburn/acid reflux since Tuesday of this week!!! I have shared this info with my daughter and will share with anyone who suffers for acid reflux.

All I can say - GOD had to be using my fingers to type to lead me to this website!!! I am so excited - I have already shared with everyone I know!!!

Name: Kenneth Abogadil
Location: Ontario, Canada
Date: August 01, 2012

I just had Bragg's ACV (2 tsps in a glass of water) 1 hr ago and I can already tell the difference. Burping is gone, I can breathe so much better and I feel great.

I'm 27 and I've had GERD for 8 yrs. I've been on all kinds of meds (Zantac, Nexium, Pantaloc, Tecta, Gaviscon) and only ACV worked instantly!!!!

I was going to opt for surgery but thank God for ACV, I probably won't need to!!!! This is the real deal.

Name: Dale
Location: Mississippi, United States
Date: July 26, 2012

Been fighting with reflux since I was a teenager.

Ate pizza yesterday, started "getting that feeling", took 1tbls ACV in 1/2 glass of water and bang..... gone within 3 min.

I took prescription drugs for years. I'm with others that posted here..... why will the doctors not tell people this????

Answer $$$$$ because YOU KNOW that THEY know it works.

Bottom line is AVC works.

Name: Kristin
Location: Florida, United States
Date: July 08, 2012

I've been dealing with a lot of stomach issues for the last 6 months.

It started with esophageal spasms so bad I thought I was having a heart attack. After 3 hospital trips, numerous doctor visits, an endoscopy, and 2 months of prescription meds that made me drowsy, foggy, dizzy, didn't let me sleep, gave me horrible gas and bloating, and messed up my menstrual cycle, I am finally free of acid reflux.

I started taking the Bragg's ACV 2-3 times a day in small amounts. With the first dose I noticed a difference. Now, 5 days later I am still reflux-free.

I am 23 years old and I didn't want to be on meds my whole life, especially since they weren't even helping to begin with. I really don't trust doctors now. I'm still in awe that vinegar is helping my problem.

Name: Mary
Location: Colorado, United States
Date: July 07, 2012

PROFESSIONAL SINGERS! I all but lost my career because of acid reflux.

I had no pain, no heartburn, but chronic hoarseness, and thought I had an on-going cold/sinus thing with drainage.

Not true. Many ENTs had no clue...or prescribed Prilosec, etc. with no result. Even got adult-onset asthma because of reflux. Finally a doc got me Nexium and it really worked. Have been taking it for 4 years.

But now I have added a tablespoon of ACV right before I sing and it helps any residual glitches.

I am going to start a regular regimen of ACV and see if I can get rid of super expensive Nexium.

Name: Dan Wilson
Location: Ohio, USA
Date: July 04, 2012

I've had severe GERD for over 2 years. Even ended up having two heart caths because the chest pain was so severe.

The pain was so bad I seldom slept more than a couple hours at night. I was taking Zantac and Prilosec as well as Gaviscon with minimal relief.

I read about ACV 3 days ago and started taking 2 tablespoons 3 times a day.

Last night I slept a full 6 hours using only 1 pillow. I was pain free the whole time.

This is amazing, to think of all the money I wasted and how long I suffered needlessly.

Name: Ron Holland
Location: Georgia, United States
Date: June 26, 2012

I suffer from acid reflux for years.

I will never go to bed any more without a table spoon in 8 ounces of water.
No more acid reflux.

Name: Colleen
Location: California, United States
Date: June 22, 2012

My father used to give me 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar mixed with 2 tablespoons of honey and 8 ounces of water when I was a small child whenever I had a tummy ache.

I have used ACV to help with my acid reflux.

Tastes much better when mixed with the honey.

Name: Brandon
Location: North Carolina, United States
Date: June 12, 2012

Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) is the best remedy I have found for reoccurring heartburn.

It works almost immediately and keeps it away for hours. I would recommend it to anyone suffering from heartburn. Not only is it an inexpensive cure it is also a healthy alternative to the horrible drugs people use to get rid of heartburn.

I ask you to try it only once and you will see how well it works and it will be your "go to", to stop heartburn for the rest of your life!!!

Name: Craig Clark
Location: Illinois, United States
Date: June 11, 2012

Having had scopes and medications and issues for many years I have suffered reflux not just from food but even sometimes brushing my teeth would set it off. Rarely would I sleep through the night and never would I wake refreshed. (snoring is almost eliminated also)

I've waited a week to post this thinking the treatment might have been a fluke but a week since my first tonic I am amazed!

I have had no issues, sleep like a rock, don't suffer from bending to tie my shoes and even washed the motorcycles in 90F heat with no issues.

Yes, I watch what I eat and drastically cut down on coffee, chocolate and tomato products and I am down 11 lbs in a week.

Feeling great thanks to ACV!!

Many thanks for the post…

Name: Barry Munyard
Location: Western Australia, Australia
Date: June 10, 2012

After just a few days of drinking apple cider vinegar my acid reflux is already much better.

I mix 15ml acv to 45ml boiling water and sip slowly with each meal plus again at bedtime. (ie 4 times a day)

While perhaps not a complete cure for reflux in itself, acv allows me forget this problem. Unless of course, I eat lots of spicy foods.

Name: Rebecca
Location: Ontario, Canada
Date: June 08, 2012

I been suffering for years with acid reflux to the point where I would throw up after doing a sit-up.

Someone told me about ACV. Very skeptical, but desperate. I tried it and it works.

I mix 1 cap full with a 1/2 cup water. It's actually not that bad. Instantly worked. I've even been burping a bit and no acid is coming up.

I'm so excited. The ACV is working.

Name: Ki
Location: South Australia, Australia
Date: June 07, 2012

Good luck, Am.

It took me years to discover this. I was suffering from regular acid reflux as a kid, eventually pinning it down to sugary/soft drinks (make any sense?).

Treated any recurring bouts through my late teens/adolescence with a prescription and later over-the-counter Zantac. This was very effective but I found I came to rely on it, and when not using the problem seemed to be intensified. Moderate reactive use was helpful, however. Sucking on a Qik-Eze also saved me more than once and for a time I was never without a pack, should I need to pop one at the pub.

In my mid 20's I was experiencing strong reflux about once a week. I realised after a time that solid wheat products (like some breakfast cereals) were causing it, big-time. So I had something else to check off.

I would advise you adopt the old paddock-fencing approach. Take note of what you consume and see if you notice any recurring themes. Your trigger may be dietary, in which case - golden! Just avoid.

Traveling in Taiwan (ROC) I was offered a Hakka Chinese milkshakey-tea thing. Turns out it was packed with vinegar (they live off the stuff).
I got to reading about this bizarre habit, and of course the apple cider thing is all over the net. I was only remotely aware of some old-wives reflux cure, however.

The first time I took no more than a few caps full, with about 400ml of water. The effect was instantaneous. For me, it is pretty simple. I avoid the wheat cereals where possible, I rarely drink Coke and the like, and if I do encounter reflux, I knock it on the head with a generous dose of ACV and water (blocking my nose as it goes down, of course).

If you're going to try it out, perhaps don't do it on an empty stomach. If I recall, the Taiwanese were a bit iffy about that, and like I said - they're right into the stuff.

Name: Am
Location: Ohio, United States
Date: June 03, 2012

I was diagnosed with Acid Reflux two years ago. What had happened was I was out to eat and ate something that made me really sick. I had never felt like this before. My symptoms were severe chest pains and I couldn't breathe. I was just about to turn 20 at the time, so this didn't make any sense to me at all.

When I went to the doctor he gave me the surprising diagnosis of Acid Reflux and placed me on Prilosec. As someone who never goes to the doctor, I didn't really believe he was correct. I hadn't had anything like this before, and the medicine he gave me didn't work right away. This caused me to stop taking it because of how expensive it was.

My pain persisted and I talked to a friend of mine about it. She told me to take over the counter Prilosec and that I needed to let it kick in. Since she was an RN I decided to try it. I was desperate. After a while the pain stopped all together, so I continued to take the medicine. I didn't know there were any harmful effect from it and took it for two years until just recently when it stopped working. I started taking two a day, but the pain was still there. Then I decided to try Prevacid because I thought my body had become resistant to it. It seemed okay at first, but after eating some ice cream my pain was back worse than before. That made me decide to just stop using the medicines all together. I mean what's the point of using them if I'm in just as much pain with them as I am without them?

Since then, I've been trying to find different ways to make it better. The first day off the meds I was eating very small meals, and my stomach was feeling better until I made the dumb mistake of trying to eat pizza. I have been trying to eat very tiny meals, but I suppose I've made my body weak. I have been feeling dizzy and I can't focus. On top of that, my stomach has been constantly burning.

Tonight was the final straw. After a day of not being able to study for my exams because of my inability to focus on anything except my stomach, I caved in and used apple cider vinegar. I had tried to use it before when I was using the PPIs and my stomach only burned worse. Now however, it seems to have relieved some of the pressure off of my chest, and my stomach isn't hurting as much. I also am not belching as much as I was. I'm not sure if this is simply wishful thinking, or it is actually working.

I plan to continue taking this to see what happens. I'm praying that it will work and I can return to normal. I'm going to continue to make lifestyle choices because I know I need to lose weight and eat healthier. However, starving myself because I am in too much pain to eat is not the route I want to go.

I am going to log my journey each day for one week to see if there is an improvement. I'll be taking 3 teaspoons with 8 ounces of water for each meal and one at night. Once the week is up I will post them. I hope it will be beneficial to anyone suffering from this like I am. I also pray it works.

Name: Lisa
Location: North Carolina, United States
Date: May 29, 2012

Like many other's comments posted, I have suffered as well from GERD for many years, have tried all sorts of medications both OTC and Rx.

I suffer to the point of nausea and vomiting that requires hospitalization.

Long story short, tonight, I am out of medications, desperate, and found the ACV. I am happy to report that it worked within 5 minutes.

Thank you for posting this information!

Name: Linda
Location: Massachusetts, United States
Date: May 11, 2012

After many years of going to a gastroenterologist in Boston, the only remedy he offered was to take more meds such as Prilosec and Zantic. I was very hesitant to stay on the meds for long term fearing major side effects. I was on this regime for a little over six years and started getting head aches and feeling nauseous. Back to the Doctor again and he just recommend taking yet more meds.

A friend told me about natural cider vinegar, three times a day 1 tsp, I like to mix it with iced tea.

End of a very happy story is no more meds and I feel great after kissing heartburn good bye!

Name: Laura Meisner
Location: Florida, United States
Date: May 10, 2012

I too suffered from GERD for years, tied everything.

I was at the doctor today and heard someone telling another man about taking ACV for it. Ironically I had just bought some at the health food store to loose weight.

I had GERD tonight and decided to take a swig of ACV, then I took some honey after. I found out how pungent it was, "Wow".

I couldn't believe it, just like all these other testimonials......IT WORKS.

Yeah, hopefully, I can get off my Omeprazole, Maalox, etc!!! Yeah!!!

Name: Evelyne Durocher
Location: Québec, Canada
Date: April 29, 2012
(Translated from French)

Hello,

I knew about ACV but I did not need to take any up until a few months ago when I started having acid reflux, oh the pain!

Since I have taken the ACV regularly for the past four weeks, the pain is gone! I continue to take some because they say it also has benefits for weight loss, and frankly, my food cravings have diminished for some time now.

Personally, I buy a Quebec product that comes from the Domaine Levasseur apple farm located in the Frelighsburg area, purchased from Rachelle-Bery. It is an artisanal ACV. The taste is good and the product is fresh.

I often wonder why doctors, who are supposed to help people heal, have not the courage to use other products instead of always prescribing drugs.

Good day!

Name: Warren
Location: Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Date: April 29, 2012

Having had indigestion for 40 years like my father before me and my mother, I thought it was hereditary and just took the over the counter tablets as and when.

I used to get chest pains due the indigestion as well. In my late 50s I cut out eating bread and this helped. Greasy food would also set of indigestion. Bending over tying shoe laces could set of a reflux of acid. Tension would also bring it on.

Now after 62 years I was told of apple cider vinegar by my daughter. I gave it a go and hey presto it worked.

I put a small tea spoon full in a glass of water and have it before I eat. I even had a greasy cheese and onion pasty and was fine, that would normally require an indigestion tablet immediately after.

Drinking acid to stop acid seems wrong but it sure does work and it's not a drug with side effects .

If only I'd known about it years ago.

Name: Sherell Franklin
Location: Texas, United States
Date: April 28, 2012

I have really bad breath as a result of acid reflux/GERD.

Did any of you suffer from this also and did the ACV help with this too?

Tonight I found this site and immediately went to Walmart to buy some ACV.

I am looking forward to the benefits you all have described here.

Name: Martha Oquinn
Location: Georgia, United States
Date: April 28, 2012

My husband has been having acid reflux along with stomach troubles for a long time.

I read about the acv online, he tried it, and it has helped him tremendously.

I would recommend this for anyone to try.

Name: Sharon Kent
Location: Oklahoma, United States
Date: April 27, 2012

I have suffered for 6 months with stomach pains and something I didn't know. I have been to my family doctor, went to see a specialist and also had a endoscopy done, with the diagnosis of GERD , hiatus hernia, acid reflux, and gastritis! A heck of a lot to deal with! I was devastated.

I was put on Nexium- which made me feel as though I was having a heart attack- so my doctor switched me to Omezopele-(prilosec) which gave me the same feeling- like my chest was caving in- and he then put me on Aciphex- which AGAIN did the same thing- by this time- I had another appointment to see my doctor, another 65 dollars and another prescription drug!

I just couldn't do it- my body and stomach were so bad and I was tired- so I went and bought over the counter Tagamet, which helped somewhat- but I haven't eaten greasy food- no caffeine and no more sodas or carbonated water- and nothing helped- so I found this website and went to the Braggs website- and ordered the mother ACV along with the drinks that were premixed up- at this point- spending 40 dollars was a drop in the bucket compared to what I have spent - and last night- I woke up at 4 am, thought I was dying- from the acid burn so bad in my throat and my chest and my stomach was killing me.

I guzzled a half bottle of Maaloz- as my ACV wasn't here yet- and this morning I got up and there was my shipment at my door. I opened it up immediately and poured in 3 teaspoons of ACV in a glass of water and guzzled it. At first when it hit my stomach- it hurt so bad- then after 5 minutes or so- the PAIN WAS GONE- THE ACID WAS GONE- I began to burp!!! I was burping air! Not juice!!

And let me tell you- this is the first time in months I have had relief- I brought a glass of water with 3 tsp ACV with me to work and have been sipping it all day and my stomach is feeling almost NORMAL again! Thank you Jesus Christ for this Bragg ACV and this website- I believe I am cured!!

Name: Don
Location: South Carolina, United States
Date: April 24, 2012

I have been using unfiltered apple cider vinegar to treat acid reflux for months now with great success!

Also, for you coffee lovers who are tormented by the acids in coffee, I found a roasted grain product to use instead.

It tastes just like coffee but is made from whole grains, has no acid and no caffeine, and is a granular instant beverage product. It is called "Kaffree Roma", a product of Germany, distributed by Kellogg Sales Co. I have found it at health food stores and in the organic foods section of larger grocery stores.

Name: Hafiya
Location: Singapore
Date: April 19, 2012

I am 25 yrs old. I have suffered acid reflux for the past 4 months due to stress at work smoking, not eating properly.

I still remembered that frightful day exactly 1am, I had a sudden wake up, i hardly breathing as if the acid was going up & up, my heartbeat was faster & faster. It was like a heart attack! It was like as if taking your life away, seriously! My sister called an ambulance, ambulance arrived, asked me questions and ended up telling my mom & sister that it was not a serious case as I was having Hypertension.

Quite funny when they told me that & I was hardly breathing at that point of time! Went to the ER, took all the tests & doc informed that I was totally fine. This was due to stress & hypertension.

However, after days went by, I felt like a lump or burning sensation in my throat, not able to swallow food, a few times felt like choking..! It was really a "test" to me to undergo these kinds of situations but I know God has His own ways in dealing with us. Whatever it is I will always have faith in Allah (God) & just be patience.

OAfter that incident, the miracle was, the next day I completely stopped smoking! Which is GOOD as I will be getting married this Dec! Now, I eat 3 times a day breakfast, lunch & dinner! As I was usually not a breakfast person & skipped meals a lot of time. if you ever heard about Herbalife products, they are nutritional meal replacement & I took aloe for "cleanser" digestion. After having this for about 2 weeks, it did help me. I was able to at least swallow my food.

Due to stress in my working environment, I resigned from the company. I decided to take a rest & find a suitable job. Just chill out!

My acid reflux was maintained until yesterday when I actually accidentally ate garlic & had a sleepless night! I know we can’t take spicy food, for me seafood as well like prawn shrimps, tomatoes.

I came across this website on ACV & today before bed time I have taken 1tbsp with 8oz of warm water (but I think taken with honey is much more soothing), & actually I feel a bit better ..:) it releases some pressure "off" my chest & clears bit in my throat..:) I will continue this remedy & it does help one way or another.. As well as the Herbalife nutritional meal replacement products!

Thank you all for sharing this remedy! Have a good night sleep! Zzzzzz

Name: Shelly
Location: North Carolina, United States
Date: April 16, 2012

My husband takes Nexium for acid reflux.

For the past several months he has felt horrible in the mornings (belching acid, sick feeling, etc.).

I read about the use of Apple Cider Vinegar last week. He started drinking it on April 4, 2012, (3 tsp in 8 oz water) before each meal. After 2 days he feels like a new person.

This really works. We are amazed!

Name: Mark H
Location: Maryland, United States
Date: April 14, 2012

I've suffered from GERD for years now. After having a GI scope, I was told by my doctor that I have some of the most insane stomach acid he has ever seen. I get pain in my throat and the constant feeling of reflux. Here is what has helped me:

1. Daily - Prilosec, Tums, Maalox
2. Sleep propped up
3. Cut out coffee as much as possible (coffee is one of the worst things for me and causes severe reflux)
4. Use Bragg Apple Cider Vinegar 2x (morning, evening) - The key is that you must use the vinegar regularly for a couple weeks to start seeing best results.
5. Prevention! Learning how to balance PH and keep the body (and stomach) from becoming too acidic.

Best of luck to all of you that suffer from reflux. I've been fighting this thing for 20 years now and can say that prevention and staying committed to the methods above really work best.

Name: Carmilla
Location: Victoria, Australia
Date: April 11, 2012

GERD or acid reflux is caused by too little acid. This causes your Lower esophageal sphincter to open releasing what acid is in your stomach to go down your throat. ACV normalizes the acid pH & adds other goodies into the mix.

I woke up this morning with the most painful experience of a throat full of burning acid. It terrified me as I've never woken out of a deep sleep feeling like I was going to suffocate from the acid.

Couldn't go back to sleep anyway as i could feel the burning. Knew about ACV & have a bottle of Bragg's on hand just had a teaspoon in a glass of water I really like the taste. Feels wonderful. Also organic sauerkraut is wonderful for this as well (only made with salt & cabbage not vinegar).

As someone said elsewhere its a travesty that doctors are giving PPI expensive drugs to stop acid which stuffs up their bodies when it's the opposite reason they're having the problem. The drug companies are laughing all the way to the bank!!

Name: Patty
Location: Saskatchewan, Canada
Date: March 25, 2012

I turn 50 this year and I can't really remember a time in my life that I didn't have heartburn.

As a teenager, I continually ate Tums. As an adult, it grew worse with time. Pregnancies (4) were a nightmare.

After moving to Canada 13 years ago, I finally talked to my Dr. about it. She put me on Ranitidine which worked for some time, and then one day, just stopped working altogether. She changed me to Pantoloc which I have probably been on for the last 9 years.

Recently, I have had to once again rely on Tums to get through my days and especially my nights.

Over the years, I have had episodes so bad it caused me to vomit and I considered going to an emergency room for the pain in my throat. I have told people that it can get so bad I could imagine being suicidal. it seems so ridiculous to have so much pain from "heartburn".

I have had an endoscopy which showed a hiatal hernia but the solution seems to be keep taking the Pantoloc.

I am currently being tested for bouts of diarrhea that come out of nowhere and last a day. So far, no explanation.

After going on a cruise with my sister recently, and she observed my crazy system of I can't eat this and that, and seriously had to worry about any intake of alcohol, she called to tell me she read that the kind of drugs I take can cause diarrhea after taking them for a length of time and that she also read vinegar will get rid of heartburn. She said the article read that even pickle juice would do the trick. Unfortunately, I didn't get that I would have to not take my meds to see the effect. I didn't give it much effort.

Last week, Dr. Oz had a gentleman on who talked about the ACV and how quickly and why it works. I went to the health food store and bought Braggs.

I actually have felt stressed about not taking my Pantoloc because of the fear of heartburn with a vengeance. I'm happy to report that today is day 3 of no meds! I am drinking the ACV 3 times a day and once before bed. I am getting more comfortable with it but I really had anxiety. I did have too much coffee today and had to pop a couple of Tums but still can't believe this! I just pray this is long term now. Thank God for the Internet and all this information!

Name: Brian
Location: Washington DC, United States
Date: March 24, 2012

I just had one of the worst acid reflux attacks I have ever had...it felt like a sword had gone through my chest and I was really getting worried.

I took one of the generic brand acid reducers I always carry in my briefcase but it wasn't working, at least quickly enough.

My girlfriend Googled remedies and found this page...two sips of apple cider vinegar about 15 minutes apart completely improved my condition.

Worked so well I felt obligated to post for the next person's benefit.

Brian

Name: Cory Bartlett
Location: Connecticut, United States
Date: March 18, 2012

I didn't learn about apple cider vinegar on this site but I wanted to help spread the word.

I've had acid reflux disorder for more than 12 years now. I've been on EVERY medication known to man, both prescription and over the counter and nothing has worked longer than a few days.

I'm a heating technician and was servicing a customers heating equipment and during the course of our conversation he noticed I was clutching at my chest. I assured him that it was reflux and not a heart attack. He then told me about taking Bragg's twice a day.

It's been 2 weeks since I've started taking it and have had only one minor bout of heartburn after eating Mexican food. It has been a miracle and I cant say enough about vinegar!! If you suffer like I do, Please give it a try!

Name: Brendan
Location: San Jose, California, United States
Date: March 07, 2012

I have suffered from GERD for at least 15 years and have been taking Prilosec daily for at least 12 years. I have undergone the endoscopy a couple times to confirm that I do not have Barrets Esophagus.

I am now in my mid 40's. The effectiveness of Prilosec has worn off over the years to the point now that it only prevents the extreme burning and stabbing sensation I get on the left side of my rib cage. (The doctors do not know exactly why I have the pain in my ribs but it is definitely related to the GERD issue.)

At this time, even with Prilosec I have some pain and discomfort throughout the day including heartburn, "heart attack" pain, bloated stomach, and I always have a hoarse voice.

Before I started taking Prilosec I was always clearing my throat, which was very annoying to myself and those around me. With Prilosec, the throat clearing was drastically reduced but it is starting to come back more and more. Lastly, I would have two or three severe episodes each year where I would throw up and could not lie down. I have been at wits end for many years now knowing the medications are not really working anymore and I am concerned about the long term effects as I am getting older.

With that I have decided to try the ACV treatment. I am on my third day now. I stopped taking my morning Prilosec and have drunk the ACV tonic in the mornings, before lunch, and before dinner.

Unfortunately, I am not seeing the dramatic miracle results the others have claimed. I am back to clearing my throat a lot and I feel the burning in my ribs starting to return. I will say that all the symptoms have not come roaring back which usually happens within a day of stopping the Prilosec. So I am hopeful that this is some sort of transition period I am experiencing.

I am going to tough out the symptoms and keep up the ACV for as long as possible. I hope that it becomes more effective. I am curious if others have had similar experiences. I pray this works.

Name: Ice
Location: Florida, United States
Date: February 25, 2012

After having sour mouth (no heart burn or any other symptom typical of acid reflux) for months decided to see doctor.

After tests and endoscopy I was told my LES is relaxed and was diagnosed with GERD and Barret's Oesophagus in Nov 2011.

Now on Omeprazole 40mg daily which provided relief for couple of months. Then sour mouth returned back and I am worried it may further damage my oesophagus. We are trying to start family so my gastroenterologist advised to stop Omeprazole and take Tums as required.

Would like to know if ACV is beneficial in LES related reflux, does it help with Barret's, is it safe while trying to conceive or during pregnancy.

Thank you!

Name: Stacey
Location: New York, United States
Date: February 21, 2012

I had acid reflux for almost 2 years due to stress.

Medications didn't work. White apple cider vinegar "with the mother" did!

And I am now heartburn free! :) I found it didn't work during pregnancy related heartburn though. ;)

Name: Mamadou Coulibaly
Location: Paris , France
Date: February 20, 2012
(Translated from French)

Hello,

I will begin by thanking the all merciful God for guiding me to your site and thanking everyone who contributed in one way or another in the sharing of this information.

I have had a problem with GERD for eight months, and I regularly consulted a gastroenterologist who did all the exams. He prescribed sodium bicarbonate that worked initially but had no effect a few weeks later. Then he gave me a prescription for Omeprazole, which helped me for two weeks or so, then became ineffective.

After treatment with Omeprazole my symptoms worsened for months.

Last week I saw a gastroenterologist who again told me I had to take antacids all my life like most people who suffer with this disease. He also told me that there was a last resort operation and that the latter was not recommended either.

I left the hospital last week very frustrated with the order of Omeprazole that the doctor had prescribed for me. I took it that day but the next day, I decided to seek a solution other than taking antacids all my life.

That's when I searched Google for natural solutions against reflux and I came across your site.

The same night I bought a bottle of apple cider vinegar and I started taking it with water.
I had a great night because it had been months since I had slept properly because of my reflux.

Now I take a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar diluted in half a glass of water, in the evening before dinner and it works perfectly by the grace of God.

Thank you all.

Name: Zachary Kinder
Location: Texas, United States
Date: February 20, 2012

I have had Acid reflux now for the last 3-4 years, when I was younger 21-22 years old I could handle it. I am almost 25 now and I still have this issue.

I heard about ACV a while back and tried it and wow presto... heartburn gone.

What a relief and amazing natural cure.

Name: Jonathan P.
Location: New York , USA
Date: February 17, 2012

I had been experiencing chronic acid reflux for several months. These episodes would typically wake me up in the middle of the night with ferocious stomach and back pains that would last for hours.

After a visit to the doctor I started taking Prilosec and Maalox. The Prilosec upset my stomach. The only thing that worked was Maalox.

The excruciatingly painful reflux pains continued and would last longer and longer.

I have been using Apple Cider Vinegar for the last sixteen days and it is miraculous. The ACV relieves the pain, bloating and general discomfort.

Once or twice when I had some slight pains I took a small swig of ACV straight and it instantly relieved the pains.

Generally, I drink two or three tablespoons with 8 ounces of water before meals and before bed. I also use Bragg's it has a lot of apple pulp in it.

So far ACV has been a great savior in curing Acid Reflux. Maalox was like a band-aid it never solved the problem and became less and less effective each use.

I would highly recommend Apple Cider Vinegar. It has been extremely effective in treating Acid Reflux.

Name: Dee
Location: Malaga, Spain
Date: February 05, 2012

Thank the good Lord I too stumbled upon the website for ACV.

Had all the tests done, endoscopy, colonoscopy and even an intestinal transit study which swelled my stomach up being full of pink sludge, such discomfort I experienced, like many others they found hiatus hernia, gastritis etc and I was prescribed the usual meds.

They were quite successful but I have always preferred not to be on meds in the long term so now I am taking the ACV organic in water, sipping through the day and I am finding it perfect for me and my stomach.

I would recommend this treatment highly to all who need a natural alternative. Tell your doctors also, they need to have the feedback.

Name: Emy
Location: Davao City, Philippines
Date: February 04, 2012

I was hospitalized for GERD in 2009. I was given Omeprazole and took it for 2 months until I decided I didn't want to take drugs anymore.

I searched the net for a natural home remedy for acid reflux and was amazed at the vast number of testimonies I read about ACV.

I stopped taking Omeprazole and started a tablespoon of ACV (I use Bragg, it's organic). I take this everyday now, first thing in the morning. Mine is mixed with honey to neutralize the taste.

I still get acid reflux every once in a while but it only happens when I eat super spicy food or drink more than 2 cups of coffee in a day.

Nothing beats a natural remedy for acid reflux.

Name: Richard Doell
Location: Taiwan
Date: January 27, 2012

I am a Canadian expat teaching martial arts in Taiwan. I have a healthy lifestyle except I love junk food, fried chicken and Italian food and so on.

A couple of years ago I started getting acid reflux (Gerd) symptoms like a hoarse throat, heartburn and eventually even my teeth were breaking in my mouth.

I went to the doctor and they prescribed Nexium and Mosapride Citrate for it. After taking it for two years I still wake up early in the morning with symptoms.

Finally one of my students mentioned eating pickles or taking vinegar so I went out and bought a bottle.

This morning I woke up had that sour taste in my mouth and went to the kitchen and swallowed a mouthful of vinegar and bang just like that the sour taste went away and I can feel great.

It's like my breath and stomach are back to normal.

Name: Pashka Aaron
Location: Ontario, Canada
Date: January 19, 2012

Alright so I've been on Nexium for three years. 80 mg a day at one point. I have been off a full 3 days now.

Today, the acid reflux started coming up again. Every other time, once it started it got worse and worse until I couldn't take it, I'd go back on the pills. I read to take ACV on here so after time of lamenting and procrastinating i finally did it.

Although I have felt little bits through the day, after taking 2 tbsp in water it goes away for hours on end. i had three doses and will take another one before bed. This stuff tastes terrible, yes, but it's worth it. It actually works. I enjoyed 4 hours of complete relief I wanted to like cry or something haha.

This is not a total cure right off the bat but it helps! I also read over time you can stop taking it and your body will have healed.

Coming off PPI's you get terrible rebound and the fact this is helping speaks volumes. This would suggest it works because the LES is PH sensitive, and the acid helps it to close up. I had to come back here to comment because honestly I am so blown away...there is no way scientists haven't realized that low acid is the majority issue with heartburn sufferers...starting to think they don't care as long as they get our $$.

Name: Steve Ellis
Location: West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Date: January 13, 2012

Have suffered with acid reflux for 12 or more years.

When it first started I checked my symptoms on the internet, worked out what I had, so I went to the doctor and told him I had acid reflux.

He was annoyed that I had self-diagnosed and prescribed Cimetidine. "How long should I take them for?" I said. "The rest of your life" he said. "Aren't these just going to stop my stomach acid doing what it's supposed to do?" I said. "Don't ask too many questions" he said.

The pills had little effect and I only took them when the pain kept me up all night.

I came across this site a couple of days ago and dashed off to Tesco to get some cider vinegar. Within hours my stomach returned to the state it was in 12 years ago. I can't believe I'm cured!

Looking forward to trying foods I've avoided all these years - flaky pastry, fish and chips, stodgy beef suet puddings! Yippee! Thanks so much and thank heavens for the internet.

Now all I need to cure is a 6 year fungal toenail that my doc can't help with! Maybe I should dip it in Cider Vinegar???

Name: Belle
Location: Quezon City, Philippines
Date: January 09, 2012

Feeling hopeless as Nexium seems not to work anymore.

Have started on ACV yesterday and got a lot better today. Tomorrow I hope reflux will totally go away.

Thanks to all those who shared their experiences here.

Name: Simi Dhanjal
Location: Woking, United Kingdom
Date: January 04, 2012

It worked OMG it workedddd!!!

Thank you each and every person in here! I love you all ahah x.

Name: R. Holt
Location: Utah, United States
Date: January 02, 2012

I have been having low grade reflux for days and finally decided to try the ACV treatment.

It worked.

I am an RN and wouldn't have believed it. I instantly felt better.

Name: Joan R
Location: New Jersey, United States
Date: December 30, 2011

I am so glad I found this site. I have been suffering with LPR (Laryngopharyngeal reflux) for 4 months now and it is miserable.

I have made every change in the book - lost weight, eating right, not eating before bed, taking Nexium and Carafate.
Nothing is working.

Just started taking ACV and I swear I feel better already but I will let you know. I am praying that this is the solution I have been waiting for.

Thank you!

Name: Jimmy Lee Scruggs
Location: Texas, United States
Date: December 27, 2011

Almost 10 years of baking soda, Nexium until Aetna wanted me to try something else, imagine, a large bottle of chewable acid reducers a week.

It began after going to bed so I've slept inclined head on 3 pillows until recently becoming GERD with projectile vomiting.
I could hit my dog across the room it was gross.. burns like hell in mouth, throat.. until today Dec 27-2011, I've not been able to just bent over, they say I have a hiatal hernia and my flap stays open.. yuck.. so I have to squat to put on my shoes.. I've had an upper GI, one endoscopy and since Oct I was told ASAP I need to have the flap fixed. A general surgeon will operate and turn my stomach more on it's side so the flap will close better.. what ?

This afternoon it was like a heart attack.. I drank 3 whole swallows from the ACV bottle.. I ate my first bowl of chili in all those years tonight.. I needed to tell you guys.. Gastro Drs. aren't in the loop.. their in Nexiums pockets..

I may have only 1 pillow tonight.

Name: Jeff F
Location: California, United States
Date: December 27, 2011

Ok, no food all day, traveled from CA to MI to Mom's house.

I'm 45 years old and 1-2 times per year I get a heart attack like reflux episode that lasts hours. Empty stomach and the first bite of my Mom's beef stew marinated in onions, and wham, have to leave the table. Chewed a half of a Zantac 150 to no avail (usually works). Cannot get anything down.

Groveled for ~1-1/2 hours before deciding to Google search and found this article. Of course my mom has everything, including cider vinegar. Mixed it with a little water, swallowed a little bit on all fours in the basement (was about to puke, really hard to get down), felt like napalm going down. 10 seconds later, ALL CURED and eating that stew and drinking (wine) as normal.

Amazing home cure.

Had to take the time to provide feedback.

Name: Chanel
Location: Georgia, USA
Date: December 11, 2011

After being diagnosed with GERD/acid relux for the past 10 yrs and taking prescription after prescription of Nexium/Prilose and several other very expensive prescriptions, I had come to accept this was going to my lifestyle.

A friend, at dinner, told me about ACV and how it has helped her with her acid reflux and side effect was weight loss.

I thought I would give it a try. I'm a nurse and not usually into trying homeopathic remedies. The 1st day, I had some relief, but thought it was just placebo effect, but by the 3rd day, I was feeling much better.

Been doing AVC 3 x day with water/honey before each meal and haven't taken any more prescription medication. Also, haven't felt this type of complete relief from acid reflux in years.

I'd say try it...and if it doesn't work for you, it makes wonderful foot soaks.

Ash

Name: Anne
Location: WI, USA
Date: November 21, 2011

I just tried the ACV and am slowly feeling better.

But to the others whom it does not work, try an apple. Seriously, apples work great for me.

Some better than others. I want to say that Gala apples work good as well as granny smith and maybe red delicious apples. And the smaller apples (which I don't remember what they are called.)

Name: Mike
Location: Ontario, Canada
Date: November 08, 2011

I have suffered from acid reflux since 1988.
I ran out of my medication last night and the reflux hit me like a dagger in my chest.

I grabbed a bottle of no name cider vinegar out of the fridge and took down a shot with a water chaser @ 4:30am and voila the pain was gone.

I had heard about ACV but was too afraid to try it because you don't throw gas on a fire....

But it works.

Thanks to everybody who has said just go for it. What do you have to lose!!

Name: Shaun G
Location: Texas, USA
Date: November 07, 2011

Got food poisoning. Threw up for two days then ended up with horrible heartburn. Googled for cures and found out about ACV.

It worked in about 10 minutes and I got a good night's sleep and felt fine in the morning. Eating some chicken broth and yoghourt after two days of no food.

ACV works and I plan on using it for weight management also.

Name: Amanda Chavez
Location: Nebraska, United States
Date: October 14, 2011

Went to the doctor today and was diagnosed with acid reflux. Been having pretty severe indigestion, and pretty much all the other symptoms of the nasty acid disease.

Tums were a major part of my bedtime routine. The doctor prescribed me Omeprazole for the acid reflux.

I took four 750 mg Tums at about 1 pm and then one Omeprazole around 5:15 pm. By about 7 pm I had the worst case of stomach acid indigestion I have ever had. I got dizzy and sweaty and literally felt like I was going to start vomiting stomach acid. It was SO AWFUL!!!

I had heard in the past that ACV was great for acid indigestion, but never tried it in the middle of an "acid attack". I chugged a tablespoon with some water. I figured if it made me vomit then "oh well"-- I was so desperate that I was willing to try anything!

I was literally feeling 90% better within 10 minutes!!! Praise the LORD for apple cider vinegar!

It has been a few hours since I took the ACV and I have eaten a non-greasy meal since. I am somewhat starting to feel acidic/indigestion again, so think I will sip another smaller dose.

I am so amazed and excited! I plan to stick with the ACV instead of continuing the Omeprazole.

If you are suffering--TRY IT, TRY IT, TRY IT!

Name: Theresa
Location: Texas, United States
Date: October 05, 2011

Seems counter-intuitive to drink something acidic to control stomach acid, but Apple Cider Vinegar works for me.

You don't have to drink it in water. I use ACV to make a pickled tomato and cucumber salad, sometimes with onions, and little salt and pepper.

Drink some water along with it and you've got your cure!

Name: Angela Cornell
Location: Arkansas, United States
Date: September 28, 2011

Have had GERD for years. Keep viscus lidocaine and Gaviscon on hand.

My attacks are as bad as a heart attack and last for hours. I take Prilosec daily but sometimes, stress will kick off the attack. I am a RN and did not believe the posts above but I was desperate an hour ago and I have been sipping white vinegar and water.

It is working slowly but the pain is much better. Waiting longer to see if it goes away completely before laying down for the night.

I really hope this works as you all have said it does.

Name: Wayne Stahl
Location: Washington, United States
Date: September 18, 2011

I have used ACV for years for upset stomach, and acid reflux.

Works great every time!

I guess I picked it up from my parents...try it!

Name: Evan M
Location: Texas, United States
Date: September 18, 2011

My husband SUFFERED for 9 months with severe stomach pain.

The Dr's could not figure out what was wrong without doing a scope of his GI tract. We do not have health insurance and could not afford the scope or even the office visit to the specialist. Drs just kept adding more PPIs he was taking 80mg of Prilosec twice a day.

He was nauseous & dizzy all of the time. He could not eat, but eating was the only thing that gave him temporary relief. He couldn't sleep, his life was falling apart. He was unable to work. He started talking about suicide because he was so desperate to not feel sick anymore.

That night while he slept I scoured the internet desperately searching for something to help. I came across ACV. I didn't think it would work, but what did we have to lose?

I went the next morning and bought it. After drinking 2 doses of it, he noticed a big difference. He didn't feel perfect, but definitely improved. By the 7th day (he drinks it 3x daily) he felt 100% better. In fact he was more energetic, his stomach was fine, his blood pressure & sugar were normal. He says he has not felt this good in over 20 years.

It is amazing that a $4 bottle of organic ACV did what numerous trips to Dr's and emergency rooms could not. We swear by it!

Name: Jacqueline Pruskin
Location: New York, USA
Date: September 10, 2011

Apple cider vinegar works to a degree, but it is NOT a cure.

For three months now I am using a restricted diet, strong probiotics, digestive enzymes but nothing is curing the heartburn and stomach spasms.

ACV helps take away the worse of the symptoms, but if I forget to take it, the symptoms jump right back.

Does any bona fide, qualified medical doctor or academic out there know of a test that determines if one has too much or too little stomach acid production?

Name: Gordon Newton
Location: New York, United States
Date: September 09, 2011

After taking Prilosec and other treatments for GERD for years, I was determined to get off prescription meds altogether.

I read all the glowing reports about ACV and bought a bottle of Braggs with "the mother" and tried it for a week.

I was bitterly disappointed that it didn't work for me. I was still taking TUMS and occasionally baking soda (sodium bicarb)throughout the day to try to stop the burning. I can't believe it worked so well for all the people writing on this site yet it didn't work for me.

Guess we're all different. If anyone has any other natural ideas please let me know.

Guess I'll have to go back on the Prilosec!

Name: Ash
Location: Alaska, USA
Date: September 05, 2011

My Mother-In-Law is always telling me about some new natural thing she read on the net. Most of the time I take what she tells me with a grain of salt.

A few months back I started having some killer heartburn that woke me up from a deep sleep. I couldn't go back to sleep, so I got online to chat with friends who live abroad.

She was online, and so I told her about the heartburn. She told me about the Apple Cider Vinegar remedy.

I was feeling pretty darn miserable, so I gave it a try. Not fifteen minutes later, I felt a-ok! I was truly amazed at how well and fast it worked.

Now, every time I go out where I know I might eat something that will give me some heartburn, I take a shot of the ACV before I go, and another before I go to bed. I've not had heartburn since.

Ash

Name: Argent Dexter
Location: Maryland, United States
Date: August 27, 2011

I've taken Zantac for years for acid reflux. When I changed my diet to a diabetic type diet, the acid reflux disappeared.

Lately, I've fallen off the diet wagon and the reflux returned. Last night I realized I was out of Zantac and it was too late to go out. It was so bad I frantically searched the web for answers.

I saw the ACV solution . Well, I didn't have any ACV, but I did have distilled white vinegar. I knew the problem was the pH balance in my stomach, and that I didn't have enough acid in there to digest the food, so I figured I'd give my distilled white vinegar a try.

I had to do it twice, two tablespoons mixed in water, chugged, and the symptoms went away. Immediately.

No more Zantac for me! Of course when I get back on the diet wagon, I won't need it, but why take pills when there's a natural, SAFE remedy in your kitchen???

Name: Theresa
Location: Fishers, Indiana, United States
Date: August 17, 2011

Was getting over a cold virus and developed reflux which caused me to wake up at 3pm night after night.

Finally realized it was reflux, found the info online about ACV and decided to give it a try.

I was able to go back to sleep and slept the rest of the night without a problem.

Awesome!

Name: Ward
Location: Saskatchewan, Canada
Date: August 08, 2011

Was on prescription medication for 4 years, then went on ACV and was off the medication (Bragg, 2 tablespoons mixed with apple juice daily).

Been doing this for just over a year - it does work!

Name: Janet
Location: New York, United States
Date: August 03, 2011

I had a lot of problems with heartburn over ten years ago.

I took Nexium for a year but it wasn't long lasting. I then began eating tums and that seemed to control it at the time but it kept coming back within days or even hours.

Can't remember who told me to try Apple Cider Vinegar. I didn't get any advice on how so I simply chugged a tablespoonful. The heartburn went away instantly and didn't come back for MONTHS.

Now whenever it does come back, I chug one or two tablespoons of vinegar and the same thing happens all over again.

The most fun I've had with this is telling doctors about it. You should see the expressions on their faces!

Name: Satya Deepika
Location: Hyderabad, India
Date: July 26, 2011

Hi friends, Im happy to tell you about my problem…because…I use to suffer with acid reflux from last 4 years.

I used lot of tablets but no use.

After knowing about apple cider vinegar in You Tube, I started using it.

But now I'm very happy, now I'm not having pain at all.

Thanks to ACV.

Name: Daniel Dougan
Location: York, United Kingdom
Date: July 19, 2011

ACV simply incredible, can change lives!

Name: Linda
Location: Thornhill, Ontario, Canada
Date: July 14, 2011

I just got back from a ENT appointment and was told I have Acid Reflux.

I have a bottle of Cider Vinegar on hand and on advise from an article, I tried a teaspoon to 1/2 cup of warm water. Instant relief!!! First time!!!

I won't be using the prescription. Not because I'm cheap, I have insurance, but I know I need to change my diet and habits and stick with the vinegar.

You lose nothing by trying....

Name: Noel Goetz
Location: California, USA
Date: June 27, 2011

I started having Acid Reflux about 2 years ago. It woke me from sleep every night.

A friend told me to use a couple of tablespoons in a glass of water before bed. All I had was wine vinegar.

I have not experienced a single incident since I started using it. I believe that the percentage of Acid is what's important for relief, not so much whether or not it’s ACV, Wine, or Grain vinegar.

Name: Gabe S
Location: Washington, United States
Date: June 10, 2011

I suffered from a heartburn/acid reflux problem for several years, though admittedly, never went to a Doc for confirmation (I've always been weary of prescription drugs and the side effects).

I got that burn in my chest and throat mostly when I went to bed, but at other times as well. I mostly used Pepto, (though it only gave very temporary relief), but nothing really worked. Again, this went on for years and I just got "used" to the problem, until I started working in the Middle East.

I found myself unable to get Pepto, so a friend tells me to take a shot of vinegar/water twice a day for two weeks, and follow that up with once a day for 2 months. I was pretty skeptical, but being that I was stuck there for the next year or so, I gave it a shot.

To my amazement, it started working almost immediately. I followed his "regiment", and here it is over 5 years later, and I've NEVER had heartburn or that "acid reflux" since. No more Pepto, no more sore chest/throat, and most of all, no more trouble laying down/sleeping.

For the skeptics, try it anyway (I did), and this did more than just help, it CURED my problem.

Name: Josh
Location: California, United States
Date: June 02, 2011

I originally bought the ACV due to all the stuff said about helping weight loss. I got food poisoning one weekend and after I started to heal up I was getting horrible acid reflux to the point I wanted to cry.

I did some research on Google and 90% of the remedies said to take some ACV.

Low and behold I had a bottle of organic ACV in my fridge. The stuff is pure disgusting tasting so I mixed a tablespoon or more with a cup of water and down the hatch it went (still horrid) chased it with plain bottled water.

Less then 5 minutes later, I was feeling much better for the next few hours till I had to do it again. But it is well worth it because heartburn and acid reflux is horrible.

Give it a try. If it doesn't help you then you won't be out much money. I think I spent like 5 bucks or something for a bottle of Bragg ACV that will last me the 3 year shelf life or so it says it has.

It's worth the gross taste.

Name: Christy
Location: Florida, United States
Date: May 27, 2011

I am amazed. I was looking for relief for acid reflux as I do not have insurance and did not want to take powerful drugs. I was already living off Pepcid AC and tums around the clock.

Today is day 3 and I am feeling changes I was not expecting. I wake up IN THE MORNING and my first thought is I don't feel my stomach. I feel so normal, like I used to a long time ago.

If you are on the fence about trying this, I don't think you have anything to lose.

I started with a lower dose because I was worried about adding acid to acid. So I take just a tsp in 4 oz of water with some honey a few times a day - less than some recommend - and the results are pretty unbelievable.

Good Luck All!

Name: Aaron
Location: Ontario, Canada
Date: May 24, 2011

I'm a singer bud. I have tried everything for silent reflux. Including 80 mg of nexxium a day. It doesn't stop reflux it just changes what's being refluxed....I tried acv as a straight shot before but it burned my throat (it was already aggravated by acid) so I ditched it but ill try it again.

Let me know how it goes man. I'd love to see what works for you, I've had this since January....throat always irritated when I sing. I'd love to find a cure for it. I will let you know what works for me.

Any other singers with LRPD here find relief with acv? Ill buy some tomorrow. Please all post progress here haha its all dandy that you're gonna try it but let us know how it goes :P

Name: PR
Location: Ontario, Canada
Date: May 20, 2011

I would love to hear from singers who suffer from reflux.

I've had 2 endoscopies, barium x-rays, ultrasound, blood tests and a laryngoscopy. The doctors couldn't find anything significant. The acid trickles down into my trachea, which houses the vocal cords, and into my lungs.

My career has been severely derailed by reflux.

I stopped taking it and now I'm trying the ACV, hoping that I benefit as so many on the site have. Would love to hear from other professional singers.

Good luck to everyone!

Name: Diane
Location: California, United States
Date: April 27, 2011

I was experiencing major discomfort feeling as if my throat was closing and would burp incessantly. I was unemployed at the time (the stress made it worse)and had no medical insurance to go to the doctor.

After perusing the internet I felt pretty sure it was symptoms of GERD/Acid Reflux. Also I had a habit of eating late and going to bed soon thereafter which didn't help.

I immediately started the Apple Cider Vinegar remedy as well as cut back on eating foods that one should avoid and eating late. The remedy began working! Also, I incorporated Pro-biotics which helped as well. I avoid eating late but can now eat the foods that I once avoided.

Thank God this worked especially not having medical insurance. I highly recommend ACV before or after meals and pro-biotics once a day.

Name: Tia P
Location: Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Date: April 21, 2011

I have just finished 5 days of taking acv (2 tbs) with (1/2 tsp) baking soda, before each meal.

Last week I could hardly eat. The week before I was told I had Silent reflux and given a prescription to fill. Instead I did the "acv prescription."

Last night I went out to dinner and ate lamb, scallops in buttery grits and a glass of white wine. I felt so good today, I ate a frozen yogurt ice cream for lunch!!

You have nothing to lose by trying this remedy before doing prescription drugs which may be dangerous to your system. Life is too short to live on rice and water.

Best wishes to all for good health and quality of life.

Name: Joanne Fisher
Location: Texas, United States
Date: April 13, 2011

I have been having acid reflux problems for decades! I have tried all of the remedies for heartburn under the sun.

Apple Cider vinegar works pretty good.

Name: Mike
Location: Toronto, Canada
Date: March 27, 2011

You must read this if you are thinking about taking ACV. I am in good physical shape but like to consume a few alcoholic beverages on a regular basis.

I been suffering from heartburn for 10 years did not do anything about it. Five weeks ago I woke up in the middle of the night with severe chest pains and could not breath, felt like heart attack, fell into a panic attack.

Drove myself to the ER at the hospital. After all kinds of tests (blood, ECG, EKG etc), the doctor determined I was suffering from GERD. Prescribed Pantoprazole and told me to curb my alcohol and caffeine intake

I took the medication for two weeks and conditions improved where I could sleep, drink and eat. I am not big on taking medication so I stopped taking the medication. Within five days the GERD was back causing me to wake up every night suffering from asthma attacks and chest pains (it was becoming a living hell).

I stumbled upon this site and through desperation started taking ACV. Within three days, I was able to sleep through most of the night. Would have to wake up at 4:00 a.m. to clear my throat from acid build up

This past Thursday and Friday (total of 7 days consuming ACV) I slept through the entire night. Felt incredible - so last night was out for dinner had 1 beer, two glasses of wine, chocolate cake. I forgot to take my ACV prior to bedtime.

Woke up again with asthma attack. Consumed my ACV and as of posting the article, my symptoms are gone.

Time to go back to bed and get some rest. The moral of my story: curb alcohol intake and consume ACV on a regular basis. YOU WILL BE HAPPY YOU DID!

Thank you to this website and all the people that have posted your experience without you I don't know where I would be. I am a firm believer in ACV and it works. I will update all of you in two weeks on my progress. I expect I will have great news... Good night!

Name: Kelly Romain
Location: Florida, United States
Date: March 22, 2011

Oh My Goodness! That is the best way to put it! I ask myself where has this natural treatment been for the past year of my life.

I absolutely did not know anything about acid reflux. My first case of it was after eating breakfast one day and could not figure out why I felt dizzy and had to vomit, I thought Mmmmm, I'm not pregnant...Ever since then the episodes became more frequent.

I went to the doctor and was prescribed nexium. I attempted to get the nexium and found out that it was going to cost me $500.00, that was definitely a no, no. I ended up losing weight and decided to do something about it.

After doing my research on the web, I came across the acv..Now I am in heaven. I am now gaining weight after three weeks of drinking the acv...This is indeed AWESOME, and I will recommend it to the world.

Name: Tracey
Location: California, United States
Date: March 16, 2011

I'm three months pregnant and have been having increasingly severe acid reflux.

During pregnancy, the body produces more progesterone, which inhibits the lower esophageal sphincter from closing properly.

I was at my wits end, and called my doctor. She called in a prescription medication, but I was very concerned about taking it, and the pharmacist wasn't very keen on me taking it so early in the pregnancy either.

A friend with a new baby recommended 1-2 teaspoons of ACV in water to help.
What a HUGE relief! A natural, non-harmful remedy that has stopped the acid reflux, allowed me to eat again (I was losing weight from not eating enough) and I feel so much better.

Name: William F
Location: Fairfax, Virginia
Date: March 06, 2011

I have been suffering from acid reflux on and off for 2 years now.

Recently about a month ago it has hit me worse than ever! I've been to the ER, and gastro-doctors, and they all found nothing. They just make me take prilosec, which I hate because of how upset my stomach feels on it.

Somehow, my acid reflux gives me headaches as well, and it is unbearable sometimes.

Today is my first try with ACV. It has been 3 hours since I've taken it, and believe me, it works! My stomach is feeling better, I can breathe better, and the only thing that is lingering around is my headaches, which will probably go away in a day or so.

I will take this ACV for a week and see how I feel. I'm so glad I don't have to take drugs to calm my acid reflux!

Name: Mark M
Location: Shropshire, United Kingdom
Date: March 04, 2011

I have been on Lanzoprazole for Acid Reflux for ten years and really wanted to come off them because this condition has been ruling my life.

If I missed taking taking a pill in the morning I would begin to suffer mid way through the day. I would even panic if I was going away on holiday and thought I may run out of my prescription pills and then my girlfriend heard about ACV and bought me some. I was sceptical about it but thought what the hell.

All I can say is I am utterly amazed, I have never gone over one day without my prescription pills but after taking ACV I am now on my third day without them.

What a revelation!

Name: Jake
Location: Massachusetts, United States
Date: March 03, 2011

I wish I had known about this years ago before spending hundreds of $$$$$ on Nexium.

Simply put...this works, and works better than any prescription drug that I've taken.

Hopefully, some day this country will smarten-up and invest more money in natural health cures rather than supporting all the greedy self-serving drug companies !!!

Name: Karen
Location: Louisiana, United States
Date: February 25, 2011

I have suffered with acid reflux & severe stomach problems, fatigue & I would get flu like symptoms often.

I just went to the Dr yesterday. I've dropped 30 lbs within one year. I stopped drinking cokes, stopped eating @ McD's & I stopped eating @ 6pm.

I also drink ACV everyday in water. Dr can't believe my acid reflux is gone. He's amazed.

Name: Reed Palo
Location: Iowa, United States
Date: February 17, 2011

I did not think this would work but I was desperate for relief.

My wife heard about this from her grandmother and suggested it about 10 times before I gave in and tried. We were on vacation and my acid reflux was ruining our trip. I had taken prescription medications and had experienced all the side effects and was no longer getting the benefits. That was last winter and for a year now I have been able to completely control it.

For the first time in years I was able to sleep through the night. I used to wake with the taste and smell of burning tires in my mouth after just a few hours but now I feel great, sleep through the night and no longer need to take any prescription drugs.

I drink 2 cap fulls in a glass of 6-8 ounces of cold water over ice. I brush, rinse and head to bed.

Occasionally I will have a glass in the day time if I have the start of symptoms and it is done. This worked for me and is worth trying if you have experienced persistent heart burn.

Name: Ken Hemphill
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date: January 30, 2011

I was on prilosec and then nexium for at least 10 years. I would periodically stop and the heartburn was intense, so I would pop the antacids.

I tried the apple vinegar (after eating) and it was like a miracle. PLUS it seems to last the whole day.

It actually seems to work better than the antacids.

Name: Jonathan
Location: Florida, United States
Date: January 17, 2011

5 years ago I heard about this after having been on Prevacid (and many other variants) for almost 6 years.

I decided to give it a try and found it MUCH more effective than any of the prescriptions I had been taking.

There is one caveat though: it works best if taken BEFORE eating, as afterwards it seems to add more fuel to the fire rather than preventing it in the first place. I used Braggs ACV (with the 'mother') as it was more palatable than the commercial brands.

My list of issues at the time I started this sounds like many of the rest of you: Hiatal hernia, GERD, I.B.S. on top of it (subsided to almost never after I got rid of the upper-end pain - maybe unique, but think the stress of Acid Reflux contributed heavily to IBS symptoms).

I heartily recommend this.

Name: Emma Bates
Location: Kentucky, United States
Date: January 15, 2011

I have been desperately searching for a cure to this terrible condition LPR (Laryngopharyngeal Reflux).

This year has been horrible! It seems that every month or every two weeks I go through this relentless coughing, choking to the point of vomiting episodes. It has interfered with my socializing because I can't carry on a decent conversation without the coughing. And being invited to dinner is awful because with every bite, there is the cough.

It is crazy!! Sleeping through the night just does not happen due to the coughing. I was diagnosed with LPR and put on Prilosec OTC which I have been taking for several months now.

It seemed to work for a while and then I got off. When I started back this time, I find that it is not working as well and will probably need to increase the dosage which I don't want to do in light of the new findings on these types of meds.

I ran across the this site and immediately ran to the Nutrition Center for Braggs Apple Cider. I began taking it as soon as I got back in my car!!!

I am sure praying that this will work since I don't have the money to do all those tests (Barium swallow and the pH-metry). Plus I don't really ant to take the other medications if I can get by without it.

So.. this is my first day trying the acv and am expecting to get the results that most of you seem to have experienced. I will keep you posted.
PS This LPR really can make your life miserable!!!!

Name: Craig J
Location: Nara prefecture, Japan
Date: January 15, 2011

I spent 4 years on Ranitidine and then the last 9 or so on Prilosec.

These controlled my symptoms well but after reading recently about links between Prisolec / Omeprazole and osteoporosis I decided to search for a natural cure.

Today, for the first time in 13 years I did not pop a pill. 1 teaspoon of ACV, straight, before dinner. 3 hours later and I'm feeling good. Amazing. Why don't doctors know this? Or if they know, why don't they tell you?

I have also bought the "Heartburn No More" ebook by Jeff Martin, which is what led me to ACV. I think the book is worth the money for anyone looking for a natural way to eliminate the *causes* of heartburn, not just the symptoms.

I'm just getting started with the program, though, so can't say much more.

Good luck to us all, comrades.

Name: Must Har
Location: Rabat, Morocco
Date: January 11, 2011
(Translated from French.)
Almost 4 years after being cured of a stomach disorder, I started having pains in the chest and difficulty breathing. I immediately thought it was my heart.

The challenge was to manage my different medications, including when to take them. Three years later, no progress.

I now have pains at night around my sternum. The doctor started prescribing different proton pump inhibitor medications, but the pain returns along with unsightly swelling once the medication is stopped.

Upon reading this internet page, I immediately bought some apple cider vinegar. The effect was magic! A spoon in a glass of water in the evening. After 3 days I don't feel anything.

Thank God for apple cider vinegar and those who made this information available.

Name: Marie Francine Bienvenue
Location: Québec , Canada
Date: January 10, 2011
(Translated from French)

I started drinking ACV to lose weight, using a link to my friend's Internet site.

I was very surprised to see my acid reflux return! It had stopped since a month, after I stopped drinking coffee. I was very disappointed. I persisted a few days... but to no avail. I then came back to the site and read the testimonials.

Then, I had an idea. What if I,

1)- used room temperature water, rather than iced water, as I had been doing?

2)- ENJOYED my drink and have it slowly, like an aperitif, rather than wolf it down?

It worked! The heartburn symptoms have ceased gradually.

We are now January 10, 2011, and I have not had any acid reflux for 5 days.

I will continue to drink ACV to lose weight and to heal my stomach completely. I will publish again soon.

Thanks to Rejane & Wayne!

Name: Sheryl R
Location: Vermont, United States
Date: January 06, 2011

Several months ago I developed extreme pain, nausea, and other symptoms.

First it seemed like gastritis, then maybe an ulcer. Finally, I had an upper-GI x-ray and was diagnosed with hiatal hernia and reflux.

My doc recommended 1 TBL of apple cider vinegar (I use Bragg's) before each meal and vegan digestive enzymes (I'm vegan).

By day 3, my nausea was GONE. The pain has not recurred either.

It's been about a week and a half and I've got my life back!!!

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