Another season of the pod and kicking things off with very common complaints, and they are heartburn and reflux. GERD or GORD, however you’d like to call it, stands for gastroesophageal reflux disease is a collection of symptoms that shouldn’t be ignored. In this episode, Sandra and Wagdy start with their own experiences with reflux before getting into the details of GORD, from signs and symptoms to controversies around medication and how you can manage GORD through nutrition and lifestyle. This episode covers: Common symptoms of GORD and red flags you should never ignoreThe most common causes of GORDComplications of untreated reflux and how it could turn cancerousBarrett’s OesophagusSandra and Wagdy’s disagreement about PPIsFoods and food behaviours to avoid The 3 ways in which stress can worsen refluxYou may have experienced heartburn or reflux at some point in time but give this episode a listen to learn about what to do when it becomes worrisome, what tests you may need and how nutrition, mind and sleep are crucial pillars to address GORD. If you’ve enjoyed today’s episode, please don’t forget to hit the follow button, rate or review the pod! Also, Do you want to have your gut-health questions answered on the pod? Send us your questions via  [email protected]