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You might like to check out our feature on getting to grips with Christmas indigestion in the illness magazine.

organisations

The Digestive Disorders Foundation (DDF)
PO Box 251
Edgware
Middlesex HA8 6HG
Website: www.digestivedisorders.org.uk
Funds research into digestive disorders, and provides information for sufferers, their families and friends (although it does not deal with individual medical enquiries). To receive information please write to the address above, enclosing a SAE and stating clearly what information you are after, ie, Indigestion or Heartburn. A range of leaflets are also available on the informative website.

websites

Indigestion, Heartburn, and Low Stomach Acidity
www.gnc.com/health_notes/Concern/Indigestion.htm
This article looks at the symptoms of indigestion and suggests a range of herbs that may be helpful.

Rennie
www.rennie.co.uk
Website by the makers of Rennie, featuring information on indigestion, heartburn, bloating and trapped wind, and details of products.

books
 
 

	How to Stop Heartburn by Anil Minocha and Christine Adamec Information for those who suffer from chronic heartburn. Details of research and treatment options available, including nutrition and lifestyle changes. Get this book
	Improve Your Digestion by Patrick Holford This book discusses the importance of a healthy digestive system, and outlines the good dietary habits required for improved digestion. Get this book
	Stop Belly-aching: Banish indigestion and irritable bowel syndrome by Peter Mansfield Discusses the problems caused by the increase of chemicals in the Western diet, and offers information and advice on how to overcome indigestion and irritable bowel syndrome. Get this book

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(July 2002)

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