When heartburn strikes, people reach for all sorts of home remedies — and Sprite or 7Up comes up surprisingly often. The logic makes a kind of intuitive sense: it’s clear, it’s light, it doesn’t have caffeine. People have been drinking fizzy lemonade when their stomach feels off for generations. …
The short answer: Yes, oatmeal helps acid reflux for most people. The fiber absorbs stomach acid and protects your esophagus. But you need to eat the RIGHT type of oatmeal the RIGHT way. If you use instant packets with sugar or load it with acidic toppings, it will make …
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When your stomach is playing up and reflux symptoms are flaring, most people naturally reach for something light and comforting. Chicken noodle soup tends to sit at the top of that list — and for good reason. But is it actually a smart choice if you have acid reflux, …
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Blueberries are one of the most popular fruits people ask me about when they’re managing reflux. And I get it — they’re nutritious, delicious, and show up in just about every “healthy eating” list out there. But if you have acid reflux, GERD, or LPR, you need to understand …
Are Blueberries Acidic? Acid Reflux, GERD & LPR Guide Read More
Salt itself is neither acidic nor alkaline — standard table salt (sodium chloride) dissolves to a neutral pH of around 7. But not all salts behave identically, and more importantly, the amount of salt you consume has a well-documented relationship with acid reflux and GERD risk that goes beyond …
Is Salt Acidic or Alkaline? (And Bad for Acid Reflux?) Read More
Plain still bottled water does not cause acid reflux in any direct sense — it contains no acid, no fat, and no compounds that relax the lower esophageal sphincter. But there are specific situations where drinking water, including bottled water, can worsen reflux symptoms. And the type of water …