D-limonene is thought to coat the esophagus and guard against caustic stomach acid, while helping to reduce the amount of gastric juices regurgitated into the esophagus.(24)

The gastrointestinal tract is a long muscular tube that functions as the food processor for the human body. The digestive system includes the following organs: the mouth and salivary glands, stomach, the small and large intestines, colon, liver, pancreas, and the gall bladder.

The gastrointestinal tract is not a passive system; rather, it has the capability to sense and react to the materials that are passed through it. For a healthy digestive system, every person requires different food selections that match their gastrointestinal tract capacity.

Gastric distress poses far greater dangers than burning sensations. Constant regurgitation of harsh stomach acids, bile, and food from the stomach into the esophagus can damage the delicate lining of the esophagus and increase the risk of problems of the upper digestive tract.(18-23)

In one study, 89 percent of participants reported resolution of gastric distress after taking one 1000-milligram gelcap of orange peel extract every other day.(7) In a controlled, double-blind second phase of this study, 83 percent reported significant relief after two weeks of using orange peel extract.(25) No adverse effects were reported, and some participants reported relief lasting up to six months.(25)

Natural EsophaGuard does not contain potentially harmful compounds such as aluminum, nor does it impair the bodys absorption of critical nutrients such as calcium, or shut down the production of stomach acids needed for normal, healthy digestion.

Ingredients:
Each softgel contains:
Orange (Citrus sinensis) Peel Extract 1000mg
(Standardized to contain a minimum of 98.5% d-limonene)
Other Ingredients: gelatin, glycerin, water.
Contains NO: milk, egg, fish, peanuts, crustacean shellfish, soybeans, tree nuts, wheat, yeast, gluten, corn, rice, sugar, and no artificial sweeteners, flavors, colors, or preservatives. This product contains natural ingredients; color variations are normal.

Recommended Use:
Adults: Do not bite or open capsule, swallow whole. Take one softgel every other day for 20 days, one-half hour before or one hour after meals, with water or your favorite beverage, or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner.

Warning:
Do not bite or open capsule, swallow whole. Do not use if you have, or suspect you have an ulcer. If you are pregnant or nursing or undergoing treatment for a medical condition, please consult your healthcare professional before using this product. Keep out of the reach of children.

References:
7. World J Gastroenterol. 2005 Dec 21;11(47):7499-507.
18. www.mayoclinic.com/health/heartburn-GERD/DS00095.
19. Am J Med. 2001 Jul;111(1):33-7.
20. Mol Nutr Food Res. 2007;51(6):746-51.,
21. Appl Environ Microbiol. 2005;71(12):8558-64.
22. Helicobacter. 2005;10(2):139-45.
23. Am J Gastroenterol. 2001 Jul;96(7):2013-8.
24. Wilkins J. Personal communication with author. June 27, 2006.
25. Proprietary study. WRC Laboratories, Inc. Galveston, TX.