Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Symptoms — Page 4

How to get rid of acid reflux

• Lose weight if you are overweight or obese\
• Quit smoking
• Wait at least 2 to 3 hours after you eat before lying down
• Raise the head of your bed between 4 and 6 inches when you sleep

Specific foods may aggravate gastroesophageal reflux disease. There are good substitutions for the foods that trigger GERD, and they tend to be healthier choices for other reasons.

• Top of the list are vegetables, prepared without a lot of added fat or sugar. Try green beans, broccoli, asparagus, cauliflower, leafy greens, and cucumbers.
• Ginger is a stomach soother. You can try ginger tea or add ginger root to recipes or smoothies.
• Oatmeal can absorb acid. Try it with bananas, apples, or pears, which are less likely to trigger symptoms than citrus fruits.
• Skip processed meat and get your protein from lean meats, tofu, fish, and egg whites. Egg yolks might trigger symptoms, but see whether that is true for you.
• To enjoy milk, try low-fat, or fat-free milk and related products. You can also experiment with nondairy nut milk options.
  
• Eat plain bread rather than baked goods with extra fat, such as  sweet rolls and doughnuts.

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