an acid reflux friendly diet. This is an easy step that can seem
initially hard because of the thought of giving up some of your
favorite foods. Although acid reflux may seem like a mere
inconvenience, it can lead to some very complicated problems if
left untreated. So, taking steps to modify your diet for acid
reflux control, and to also make other lifestyles changes that
minimizes future health risks and your need to take prescription
medications multiple times a year can be a wise choice. You
don't have to give up everything you love, but there are some
adjustments that can be made for the betterment of your health.
Fats: When you eat fatty foods, they tend to sit in your
stomach longer, and that encourages your body to produce more
acid to digest those fats. If you have food high in fat, keep
that part of the meal small. Be aware that any fats may slow
digestion, and if your reflux is flaring, avoid them as much as
you can.
Milk: When indigestion strikes, many reach for milk to soothe
the stomach. While milk does have a calming affect for many, it
is not necessarily a good choice in your diet if you suffer from
acid reflux. Drinking a glass of milk before bedtime is a common
habit as milk can induce sleep, however when you sleep, milk can
encourage your body to churn out more acid, leading to painful
reflux symptoms. If you wish to drink milk, you should have it
earlier in the day. Should you wish to have some at night, drink
a small glass and accompany it with bread or any other high
carbohydrate type of food. That will speed up digestion and
minimize the potential of developing acid reflux symptoms.
Fried Foods: Eating fried foods, whether deep-fried or stir
fried, is a common acid reflux trigger for many people. Fried
foods can be one of the hardest to give up for a lot of people
as they tend fried foods can be make up a large part of many
people's favorite dishes, but there are alternatives that you'll
find to be satisfying. Most foods that you would normally deep
fry can also be cooked in the oven with minimal use of oil.
Admittedly, they won't taste exactly the same, but you'll
probably find they are more satisfying in a completely different
way because of the reduced likelihood of triggering an acid
reflux episode.
Carbonated Drinks: Sodas are a popular choice when it comes to
beverages. However, for acid reflux sufferers it is best to
think about eliminating these completely. The air in these
drinks can contribute to burping, and can encourage acid to
reflux into the esophagus. If you must drink soda, allow it go
flat before drinking to reduce the impact of the carbonation.
However, you'd be best to avoid soda altogether as many sodas
also contain caffeine, another common acid reflux trigger. The
best beverage to have is plain water.
Fruit: There are some fruits and fruit juices you can have when
you modify your diet for acid reflux, but there are a few you
should avoid. Most citrus fruits will stimulate acid production,
and are common triggers, bringing on flare ups of acid reflux.
Instead of having orange and pineapple, go for fruits that are
not in the citrus category. Try bananas or berries and monitor
your symptoms. You don't have to give up all fruits, but you may
have to be more selective when choosing.
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