Most often the terms GERD, Acid Reflux and Heartburn are used interchangeably but the truth is that they are three separate conditions Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a digestive disorder that can affect people of any age. As a part of the digestive process, the stomach releases digestive acids to break down the food we eat. GERD occurs when these stomach acids flow back (acid reflux) into the esophagus or food pipe. The stomach...