Acid Reflux
What are the worst foods for acid reflux? Spicy foods, citrus, tomato sauces, and vinegar, which may intensify heartburn. Chocolate, caffeine, onions, peppermint, carbonated drinks, and alcohol, which are all common heartburn triggers.
Foods That Neutralize Stomach Acid
- Yogurt that is not too sour is also excellent for acid reflux, because of the probiotics that help normalize bowel function.
- Ginger. Research has shown that ginger contains compounds, such as gingerol and shogaol, which have anti-inflammatory effects. …
- Gum. Chewing gum in moderation can ease heartburn. …
- High-Fiber Foods. …
- Honey. …
- Lean Protein. …
- Low-Fat and Nonfat Dairy Products. …
- Non-Citrus Fruits. …
- Vegetables.
What settles acid reflux quickly? Taking an antacid can settle acid reflux quickly, typically providing relief from the burning feeling within seconds to minutes. Antacids are available over-the-counter in the form of chewables, dissolving tablets, liquids, and gummies. I like Pepto-bismol. Pepto-Bismol’s active ingredient, bismuth subsalicylate, neutralizes stomach acid and protects the stomach lining and lower esophagus. It can also help with other gastrointestinal issues, such as heartburn, indigestion, diarrhea, and nausea. Bismuth also kills Heliobacter pylori, which causes ulcers.
GERD diet: Foods to avoid to reduce acid reflux [Harvard essay]
- Fatty and fried foods, which linger longer in the stomach, making it more likely that stomach acid leaks back up into the esophagus, causing uncomfortable GERD symptoms.
- Spicy foods, citrus, tomato sauces, and vinegar, which may intensify heartburn.
- Chocolate, caffeine, onions, peppermint, carbonated drinks, and alcohol, which are all common heartburn trigge
Besides specific types of foods, changes to eating habits can also help to prevent repeated bouts of heartburn and acid reflux.
- Eat smaller, more frequent meals.
- Do not lie down after eating. This means no naps right after lunch. When you’re standing or sitting, gravity helps keeps acid in the stomach, where it belongs.
- Do not eat during the three to four hours before you go to bed. So, no late suppers or midnight snacks.
- Avoid vigorous exercise for a couple of hours after eating. A strenuous workout can send acid into your esophagus.
- If you’re taking medication to help control your symptoms, it’s probably okay to have a “trigger” food occasionally. But you should generally avoid foods that once caused heartburn.
