DiscoverGetting wellAgain#39: Alginates for Reflux Relief (what the research says)
#39: Alginates for Reflux Relief (what the research says)

#39: Alginates for Reflux Relief (what the research says)

Update: 2025-10-06
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In this episode, we’re looking at alginates - the fascinating “raft” technology found in products like Gaviscon Advance and Reflux Gourmet - and what the research actually says about how they work.


Instead of changing your stomach’s chemistry like PPIs or antacids, alginates form a barrier that keeps stomach contents from pushing up into the esophagus. In this conversation, I’m unpacking how this works, what the science says, and when alginates might be most helpful for reflux relief.


What You’ll Learn in This Episode:




  • What alginates are and how they create a raft to block reflux events




  • How alginates compare to PPIs and antacids in research studies




  • The real-life situations where alginates can be most effective




  • Why alginates are a tool for symptom management, not a cure, and what to do if you want lasting relief




Go Beyond Symptom Management


If you’re ready to go beyond symptom management and finally resolve reflux at the root, I’d love for you to watch my free on-demand training:
👉 How to Heal Your Reflux, Heartburn, and Stomach Pain Without Restrictive Diets, Expensive Supplements, or Unwanted Medications 


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#39: Alginates for Reflux Relief (what the research says)

#39: Alginates for Reflux Relief (what the research says)

Jessica Washington, FDN-P