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31 condition or a weakness of some sort, there is nothing we can do. Although we cannot change our genetic structure, we can tackle the other parts of the disease puzzle. We can make a difference, reverse our diseases and regain our health and energy by making affirmative decisions to change our lifestyle, dietary choices and thoughts that lead to poor health, toxic buildup, weak immune system, Candida overgrowth and digestive disorders that promote the occurrence of GERD and the majority of all common illnesses. Then we can gain control over our health and inner terrain. The following are primary non-genetic factors that promote an acid reflux environment: • Dietary Choices, over-acidity and sluggish digestion • Candida albicans overgrowth • Auto-intoxication • Stress, inadequate sleep, obesity. These 4 factors create the perfect environment for the formation and aggravation of acid reflux, which manifests in heartburn. With that said, let’s go into more detail about each of the primary and secondary factors that contribute to reflux heartburn. Dietary Choices, Over-Acidity and Sluggish Digestion A diet high in refined carbohydrates, processed and toxic foods and low in fresh fruits and vegetables affects biochemical processes within the cells, worsens digestion and interferes with the natural toxic elimination process. Furthermore, it also feeds Candida, which thrives on refined carbohydrates such as sugar, white flour and white rice and can lead to acid reflux since its Jeff Martin – Heartburn No More Page 31