lifestyle · for acid reflux & heartburn

Eliminate Dietary Triggers

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How to use

Remove common triggers for 2-3 weeks: caffeine, alcohol, tomatoes, citrus, chocolate, fried foods, carbonated drinks, and mint. Reintroduce one at a time to identify your personal triggers.

How it works

These foods directly irritate the esophagus, delay stomach emptying, or relax the lower esophageal sphincter - all of which increase acid exposure time.

Where to buy

N/A - dietary change.

Typical cost: Free

Safety notes

Triggers vary by person. Keep a food diary to identify yours rather than eliminating everything permanently.

Source

Cleveland Clinic