The 64-patient trial produced mixed results: 61% of patients who received the real procedure reported complete heartburn relief versus 33% of patients who got the fake treatment.

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The AGA report says that 70% of the 61 million people in the U.S. who suffer from heartburn can get relief from readily available antacids (Tums, Rolaids), which neutralize stomach acids, and the so-called H2 receptor antagonists (Pepcid AC, Tagamet HB and Zantac 75), which reduce production of stomach acids.

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