Dr. Tom Wachtmann will discuss the symptoms, causes and non-prescription solutions for gastroesophageal reflux (acid reflux or GERD), at 6:30 p.m.,, April 12, at Twin Ponds Integrative Health Center, in Breinigsville. Wachtmann’s functional medicine approach to GERD is to address the underlying dysfunction in the body that causes incomplete or dysfunctional digestion.

“It’s virtually impossible to have good health without good digestion,” states Wachtmann. “If something abnormal is present or if something vital is missing for proper digestion, the body will be at a deficit, and other problems will likely ensue at some point. Gastroesophageal reflux is merely a symptom of some other underlying dysfunction in the body causing incomplete or dysfunctional digestion. Once the cause of abnormal digestion is found, not only will the symptoms of GERD and other digestive complaints go away, overall health will improve due to more efficient digestion and absorption of vital nutrients from food.”

Admission is free with preregistration to 610-841-3395. Location: 628 Twin Ponds Rd, Breinigsville.