You might not think similar symptoms could be shared between indigestion and heart attack but nothing could be further from the truth. Each year, about 1.1 million people die from heart-related illness, and most of those cases could have resulted in recovery if the signs and the symptoms had been identified sooner. Unfortunately, a cardiac event can exhibit similar symptoms with something as innocuous as heart burn and many people don’t realize the difference until it’s too late for anything to be done. However, there are a few clues that are easily observable which can help people understand and realize the difference. Read more »

If you’re old enough to read this article then there’s a very good chance you’ve experienced indigestion gas pain. What causes this pain and how can it be treated? The body’s ability to produce gas is something it’s never been without for as long as anyone has been alive. We usually do it a few hours after we’ve eaten and whether it’s a fart or a burp, gas always leaves the same way. However, sometimes our bodies can produce an excessive amount of gas which can prove harmful and uncomfortable if the body can’t expel it. Read more »

Acid indigestion, although most of the time mild and not persistent, can at times, and in certain individuals, affect overall well being. This indigestion is characterized by discomfort in the upper abdomen and/or chest, which generally occurs in concordance with finishing a meal. There are many and vast causes of indigestion, as well as symptoms, making this condition not that easily identifiable. Fortunately, once identified, there are a number of different medications that are very useful in aiding its cure. Read more »