People with GERD should consider alkalizing and getting their mineral reserves up. I would suggest that anyone having issues with heartburn, arthritis and other symptoms of chronic acidity research minerals, bicarbonates, alkalizing etc. There are tons or articles and research out there. I speak from experience...I was scheduled to meet with a surgeon for chronic acid reflux (I'd tried everything, pepcid, nexium, propping myself up on a wedge pillow at night) and right before I met with the surgeon I met with a doctor who told me the surgeon would more than likely recommend surgery for something that could be handled with a simple diet change. I cancelled the appointment with the surgeon, starting eating better, juicing etc and took a magnesium supplement and my reflux was gone in a couple weeks. Luckily for me, mine was not due to a structural issue and a change in diet eradicated it. If you're having an issue with reflux try changing your diet and having your potassium, magnesium and calcium levels checked. Do not let a doctor tell you they have nothing to do with your health...they do. Minerals neutralize acid. Calcium is especially beneficial because, not only does it neutralize acid but deficiencies cause the Lower Esophageal Sphincter to relax allowing acid to rise or splash out of the stomach and into the esophagus. It's a delicate balance between calcium and magnesium, but if you find what works for you, you find relief. It can be trial and error but worth it.

For my shortness of breath...I've been taking a Magnesium/ Potassium supplement and I think it has dealt my SOB the final blow. The diet changes were extremely beneficial but the supplement really made a difference for me.

Good luck everyone!