This document discusses using an extract from the plant Petiveria alliacea L. to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). It reports on a study with 20 patients who had symptoms of GERD and were given capsules containing P. alliacea extract or a placebo over 4 weeks. The results showed that the patients taking the P. alliacea extract had a reduction in GERD symptoms and episodes compared to the placebo group, suggesting this plant extract may be an effective natural treatment for GERD.

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Extract for the Treatment of
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

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