| Many know that acid reflux is caused when | | | | error to see if these will exacerbate your |
| stomach acid rises up into the esophagus, and this | | | | symptoms. These would include fruits like |
| is usually because the muscular ring connecting it | | | | strawberries and blueberries. |
| to the stomach has weakened and doesn't close | | | | Tuna is another option that some people tolerate |
| fully. This happens for a few different reasons, | | | | well and hotdogs might be on the okay to have |
| and some of them are unavoidable. However, | | | | list as long as they are not packed full of |
| there are certain drinks and foods that will trigger | | | | preservatives and you go easy on the onions and |
| excess acid production making matters much | | | | mustard. When it comes to cheese, mozzarella |
| worse. Those who have occasional problems with | | | | can be okay along with some types of cheddar. |
| heartburn pain know that it is usually food that | | | | Low fat dairy is generally all right for many, |
| triggers the event. Those with GERD also know | | | | although you may find adopting a moderate |
| that many foods give them problems every single | | | | approach to these foods the best way to go. |
| day. So, as a form of treatment it can be really | | | | Desserts that are low in sugar and fat can be |
| beneficial to come up with a personalized food | | | | okay as occasional treats when craving something |
| diet for acid reflux to minimize symptoms. | | | | sweet. |
| There are some things that should never be | | | | There are some great foods that almost |
| eaten by those with acid reflux, and there are | | | | everyone with acid reflux can handle rather well. |
| others that some suffering from this condition can | | | | These should be the largest part of someone's |
| tolerate once in a while, but the following are a | | | | diet. As a general rule bananas and apples don't |
| guide to those foods not tolerated by most, but | | | | cause issues for most people, and beans and |
| each person will be different. | | | | broccoli are always a great idea. |
| Some of the biggest problem foods are citrus | | | | Fresh cuts of meats that have not been soaked |
| fruits like oranges and other related fruits such as | | | | with preservatives are a good idea, but go for |
| tangerines and pineapple. Potatoes can also be | | | | the leaner cuts when possible. For other sources |
| problematic, and some experience reflux when | | | | of protein, eggs and fish are tasty options. Sour |
| eating grains that are commonly in pasta. | | | | cream and cream cheese are generally well |
| Meats can be a good option for those with GERD, | | | | tolerated, and most sufferers find they can have |
| but they should be in as natural form as possible. | | | | breads and cereals without any nasty side |
| That means no preservatives. | | | | effects. Some of the best sweet items are jelly |
| Milk products can be a bit controversial and cause | | | | beans and anything that is low fat and lower in |
| issues for some and not others. If you find they | | | | sugar. |
| can bring on reflux symptoms then try switching | | | | It is important to remember that every case of |
| to the low-fat versions. Salty treats like potato | | | | acid reflux is different. What makes a great food |
| chips can be more trouble than they are worth, | | | | diet for acid reflux for one person might not |
| and fats are always an issue. Many sufferers also | | | | work as well for another - it's a case of |
| find that sweet desserts cause problems due to | | | | elimination and experimentation. These guidelines |
| the high sugar and fat content. | | | | offer a great place to start and you can start to |
| There are some foods that are okay for some, | | | | build your diet from these foundations. |
| but bother others. It will be a matter of trial and | | | | |