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People with heartburn should avoid or reduce consumption of foods and beverages that contain caffeine, chocolate, peppermint, spearmint, and alcohol. Both caffeinated and decaffeinated coffee increase acid secretion.
All carbonated drinks increase the risk for GERD.
Although physicians often advise patients with GERD to cut down on fatty foods, studies are finding no evidence that a low-fat or high-fat meal make any difference in symptom exacerbation. Better studies are needed to confirm this. In any case, as a rule, it is always wise to avoid saturated fats (which are from animal products), and cut down on all fats if one is overweight.
Increasing protein may help strengthen muscles in the muscle
valve. Patients should choose low-fat or skim dairy products, poultry, or fish, in such cases.
Whole grain products rich in selenium may have some protective role against dangerous cells changes in Barrett's esophagus.
Patients should have a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, although avoid acidic vegetables and fruits (e.g., oranges, lemons, grapefruit, pineapple, tomatoes).
Patients who have trouble swallowing should avoid tough meats, vegetables with skins, doughy bread, and pasta.
Quitting smoking is essential
People who are overweight should try to reduce food intake
People with GERD should avoid tight clothing, particularly around the abdomen
If possible, GERD patients should avoid nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as aspirin, ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil), or naproxen (Aleve), among others. Tylenol (acetaminophen) is a good alternative pain reliever.
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