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Fig. 3

From: Fermented soy supplementation improves indicators of quality of life: a randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind trial in adults experiencing heartburn

Fig. 3

Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease Quality of Life Questionnaire (GERD-QOL) items reported by period in individuals experiencing mild or moderate heartburn randomized to fermented soy (n = 23) and placebo (n = 27). * p < 0.05. Scale: 0—Strongly Agree to 4—Strongly Disagree. Reponses to: a “I found it inconvenient to have to take medications regularly because of acid reflux and heartburn symptoms” b “I was afraid to eat too much because of acid reflux and heartburn symptoms” c “I was unable to concentrate on my work because of acid reflux and heartburn symptoms” d “Acid reflux and heartburn symptoms disturbed my after-meal activities or rest” [9]

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