1. Digestive Disorders GERD (Gastroesaphageal Reflux Disease) By: Sahil Kaler, Michael Wright Ahmed

2. Intro to GERD Digestive disease Affects LES (lower esophageal sphincter) Heart burn Acid Indigestion Return of stomach content back into esophagus

3. GERD continued… Digestive enzymes/ supplements can help reflux disease Best way to reduce chances and symptoms: Reduce fat intake Reduce alcohol and coffee intake Also reduce spicy food and chocolate Always eat a balanced diet

4. GERD Symptoms Hoarseness Laryngitis Bad breath Ear aches Sudden increase of saliva Chest pain

5. Digestive Enzymes Certain Enzymes have been known to help GERD Enzycore has been reported to have helped people Enzycore contains protein enzymes such as peptidase and proteases It also contains carbohydrate enzymes like amylase and a fat enzyme called lipase

6. Enzymes CONT’D Other enzymes used include Bromelain- helps break down protein Glutamine- building block for amino acids Betaine- used to convert amino acids to further stages All of these enzymes are designed to benefit people in conjunction to a healthy diet.

7. Ways to avoid GERD Have a healthy diet Exercise daily to avoid unnecessary body fat Certain supplements can help prevent GERD Limit the amount of fats you take in See a doctor regularly for check ups

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