Joseph H asked:


I am currently taking prilosec for my condition and wanted to avoid a lot of citrus-like fruits for at least a few days. However, I wanted to get my vitamin C each day.

What is a GERD mattress topper? A GERD mattress topper is a foam device to put on your bed that will help prevent the symptoms of GERD.

Each year, up to 40% of people will experience heartburn and many of these will have GERD. GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a condition of repeated and often daily heartburn.

The condition is made worse at night because stomach acid will find it much easier to leave the stomach and cause the burning sensation. When you are standing, you will naturally experience less heartburn than if you are standing, because stomach acid has gravity to fight against. This is where a GERD mattress topper can really help you.

A GERD mattress topper is usually made from foam and lies on top of your mattress. Ideally, you should place your bed sheets over the top of it so, unfortunately, elasticated sheets do not normally work over a GERD mattress topper — but you can try using larger sheets if you have them.

There are many different types of GERD mattress topper and you should try each one out until you find one that is comfortable.

Some types are lined with contours or ribs. These can help grip your back and stop you slipping down the device.

Other more expensive types of GERD mattress topper feature a foam “memory” feature which means that the unit will mold itself to the shape of your back each time you use it.

You can even get a GERD mattress topper with a bed lift which allows you to custom control the angle of inclination, much like a hospital bed.

Ultimately, a GERD mattress topper is a much more dedicated and custom solution compared to simply raising the head of the bed with a few books or pieces of wood. They can help sufferers of GERD and acid reflux a great deal and reduce their symptoms significantly, resulting in a better night’s sleep for the affected person and their partner.

By: Richard Smith

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Albert asked:


I, and alot of people I know, suffer from chronic bouts of acid reflux, Gerd and various acute stomach disorders. What I want is something that provides IMMEDIATE RELIEF and something that is LONG-LASTING meaning that by merely using this product/medication I will get incrementally better. Is there any product out there (besides Tums, Mylanta, Prilosec and Nexium) that can provide instant relief and be curative? Thanks to all of you for your time.