I am so glad to come across this thread!!!!

I am not in the San Francisco Bay Area but I can tell you that it's true.

I had never experienced heartburn or indigestion until was pregnant with my daughter. I have had it every day since she was born. She's almost 16 now!

I started taking Alka Seltzer and moved on to Tums and Rolaids then on to the Liquid Antacids. All these sent me "running to the restroom" several times a day.

A long time ago, a friend recommended baking soda and water. I guess that was about maybe 10 years ago. Up until about 2 1/2 weeks ago, I was taking more than a dozen doses a day. Basically, every time I ate or drank anything (including water) I'd have to chase it with some baking soda and water.

I think in the last 2 1/2 weeks, I've taken it maybe twice. I was seriously wondering if this diet was the cure. Now I am certain!