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I've been taking meds for 10 yrs. for acid reflux. will using a colon cleanse help with weight loss in the belly area?

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Dr. Luis Matos answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Not sure associated?: Acid reflux medications do not cause weight loss nor weight gain. I assume you are alluding to possibly to pH balance. A colon cleanse (not with enema) may help you reset your balance towards a low basic ph. This will help place you in a fat burning mode. "belly fat" especially visceral fat is difficult to burn.

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Answered 1/12/2015

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A member asked:

I've been taking meds for 10 yrs. for acid reflux. will using a colon cleanse help with weight loss in the belly area?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Luis Matos answered

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