“Avoid focusing on how much you eat, focus on what you eat”.
What is Acid Reflux?
Acid reflux occurs when stomach acid travels up the food pipe to the mouth.
The main reason for acid reflux is when the muscle at the bottom of the food pipe, which acts as a gateway to the stomach, becomes weak or wobbly.
“People who experience acid reflux at least once a week has gone up by approximately 50% in the past 10 years according to a study by Norwegian.”
If the symptoms of Acid Reflux persists regularly, it can indicate that a person is suffering from Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Below we have discussed what foods are good for Acid Reflux and Heartburn.
What is Heartburn?
It is actually a symptom of Acid Reflux and occurs when the acid reflux back into the esophagus.
It is the burning sensation in the chest or abdomen, and it has nothing to do with the heart. It is a part of Acid Reflux.
People often feel heartburn after eating. It is mainly because of food.
“According to a study, heartburn is a common digestive illness in the United States, affecting more than 60 million Americans every month.”
Are you suffering from Acid Reflux or Heartburn? Don’t panic because you can avoid this problem by changing your food habits.
What foods are good for Acid Reflux and Heartburn?
These fruits are less likely to cause acid reflux and heartburn.
It is a good option. Avoid eating egg yolks because they may trigger reflux symptoms.
Avoid taking saturated fats and trans fats.
Vegetables help in reducing stomach acid and are low in fat and sugar.
Seafood and Lean Meats
Eat them as baked, grilled or broiled.
It’s a natural treatment for heartburn and acid reflux problems. You should try ginger tea, smoothies, add sliced ginger root to recipes.
Foods that cause acid reflux and heartburn are
Citrus fruit and Tomatoes
Garlic and onions
Foods that contain onions and garlic causes heartburn
Eating a lot of onions or garlic can cause heartburn.
Mints products like breath mints, chewing gum causes heartburn and acid reflux.
Oily and greasy foods
Creamy salad dressing
Fried cuts of beef
So, avoid eating foods that cause acid reflux and heartburn.
By practicing healthy eating habits and notice how your symptoms respond to particular foods and drinks, you can reduce your reflux symptoms and improve your quality of life.
“HEARTBREAK IS STILL OK BUT HEARTBURN IS NOT ACCEPTABLE.”