Although they are among the most widely prescribed medications and most popular over-the-counter remedies, acid blocking drugs may not be the best way to deal with heartburn or GERD.

References:

Overutilization of proton pump inhibitors: a review of cost-effectiveness and risk

Body weight, lifestyle, dietary habits and gastroesophageal reflux disease.

Are lifestyle measures effective in patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease? An evidence-based approach.

Proton Pump Inhibitor Usage and the Risk of Myocardial Infarction in the General Population | PLOS ONE

Acupuncture for the treatment of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis - PubMed (nih.gov)

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