Gastric acid increases after a meal to help with nutrient absorption in a number of ways. HCl activates proteases, which break apart the bonds between amino acids, the building blocks of proteins. An acidic env
Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs): These include Nexium 24HR (esomeprazole), Prevacid 24HR (lansoprazole), Prilosec OTC (omeprazole magnesium), and Zegerid OTC (omeprazole and sodium bicarbonate). They may need to be taken for a few days (up to four) before they start working. They help reduce...