September 1, 2007

Dietary Guidelines For Gerd

Heartburn is a condition that is known to many of us, and Gerd is the more serious version of heartburn. The correct name for GERD is Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease. In GERD the stomach acidic levels are very high. Thus when they reflux into the esophagus this leads to painful inflammations for the esophagus.
With a simple change in your lifestyle as well as the way you eat, you have the ability to relieve the worst effects of GERD. This change is called the GERD diet, and you0ll find that the GERD diet is very easy to follow.
Avoid tomatoes and citrus fruits, and drinking coffee. Chocolates, onions, peppermints and food with a high fat level should be avoided also. The high fat content affects the pressure level within your stomach. You might also want to limit your usage of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
There are also a few simple GERD diet tips that you need to consider following. Try and avoid eating large meals at bed time. Eat several small meals throughout the day. Discontinue the use of all tobacco and nicotine products. Do not wear tight clothes as they press against the stomach walls forcing the food into the LES. Sleep […]

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