Food To Avoid With Acid Reflux

Acid Reflux or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is most often the cause of heartburn or what some call acid stomach.

It is characterized by a burning sensation in the stomach and/or chest, that often seems to travel up the throat area in the form of bile or acid. It is a common disorder and is just what it sounds like, acid backing up into the esophagus.

When an individual suffers from acid reflux, their esophagus is basically under attack and is being damaged by the acid in the stomach.

Individuals suffering from this ailment should know the food to avoid with acid reflux.


The food to avoid with acid reflux include but are not limited to the following:

• citrus fruits and juices
• chocolate
• caffeine
• tomato products
• foods high in fat
• spicy foods

In addition, other non-foods to avoid with acid reflux include:

• cola drinks
• certain cold remedies
• weight control aids
• pain relievers

Foods NOT to Avoid With Acid Reflux

Just as there are foods to avoid with acid reflux, there a several foods that can actually help lessen the symptoms of the disease. These include:

• foods rich in chlorophyll, "Green Foods" such as alfalfa, green magma, green kamut, KyoGreen, green barley extract
• herbs like ginger, chamomile, licorice
• enzyme-rich foods such as papayas

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Learn about how Advanced Enzyme Complex can help you fight against acid reflux and other health conditions.

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