Many people with chronic acid reflux turn to medications to treat the problem of stomach acid thrusting upward and into the esophagus. People who suffer from acid reflux are concerned about destroying the lining of the esophagus and so they seek help in the form of medications. There are some acid reflux medications that can negatively affect tinnitus as a side effect.
I started looking for an alternative natural solution to acid reflux so that my tinnitus doesn't get worse. I've discovered that doing core strengthening exercises and eating one pink grapefruit a day makes acid reflux virtually disappear.
How does pink grapefruit work?
Pink grapefruit signals the stomach receptors that enough acid has been produced and the stomach slows acid production down, preventing the acid from thrusting upward. Relief can be felt almost immediately.
Also, a slice of fresh lemon squeezed into cold water can be beneficial. Cold water is absorbed into the body very quickly and lemon is also acidic. Eating salad with squeezed lemon juice on it instead of using salad dressing can be beneficial.
Over days of eating pink grapefruit and core exercising, the stomach will likely begin to adjust and start producing acid at a normal rate.
If you have severe medical issues, like ulcers or heart problems, talk to your doctor about all of your options. You may need to be on acid reflux medications due to the cause of your acid reflux. Once you are on those medications your tinnitus could get worse and the damage to your ears can be permanent. Be sure to ask your doctor and do your own research on the drugs that are prescribed to you for acid reflux.
In my opinion, the mildest medication that is least likely to worsen my tinnitus is Gaviscon. It is available over-the-counter. Gaviscon treats the issue nearly immediately. Since I can't carry a pink grapefruit everywhere that I go, I bring a few Gaviscon in a plastic bag for backup.
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