Four years ago I was diagnosed with severe, chronic depression. My daily challenges bounced from crying jags and panic attacks to uncharacteristic irritability and temper flashes, from insomnia to complete exhaustion and always, always memory blanks that included getting in the car, driving and not being able to recognize where I was or where I was going (thank you, Garmin, for helping with that!).

I was talking to my acupuncturist about acid reflux and he suggested taking 1 teaspoon Bragg’s unfiltered apple cider vinegar before lunch or dinner. I haven't tried it yet. We'll see!

(HealthDay News) - Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) can cause symptoms during the night that can prevent a good night's sleep.

The National Sleep Foundation offers these suggestions to keep GERD symptoms calm at night:

* Be careful of the foods you eat from late afternoon until bedtime. Try to avoid spicy foods, onions and chocolate.
* Eat a larger meal at lunch, and have a small, light dinner.
* Don't eat anything after two or three hours before you plan to go to bed.
* Don't drink alcohol or smoke before bed.