effect of zinc supplementationon the symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease; a randomized clinical trial

ABSTRACT

Background: Currently, it has been demonstrated that gastroesophageal reflux disease [GERD] is one of the most important disorders of the digestive system and the commixture of regular diet has a significant influence on its incidence, symptoms, and prognosis. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of zinc supplementation, in combination with PPIs [Proton pump inhibitors], on the improvement of GERD symptoms