Gastroesophageal reflux disease

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD), gastric reflux disease, or acid reflux disease is defined as chronic symptoms or mucosal damage produced by the abnormal reflux of stomach acid to the esophagus.

This is commonly due to transient or permanent changes in the barrier between the esophagus and the stomach. This can be due to incompetence of the lower esophageal sphincter, transient lower esophageal sphincter relaxation, impaired expulsion of gastric reflux from the esophagus, or a hiatal hernia.

Any prescription, like Nexium, may increase the chance of serious adverse reactions such as Headache, diarrhea, nausea, flatulence, abdominal pain, constipation and dry mouth.

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Acid Reflux Diet

Any prescription including Nexium may increase the chance of serious adverse reactions such as Headache, diarrhea, nausea, flatulence, abdominal pain, constipation and dry mouth.

1. Stop using tobacco in all forms. Nicotine weakens the lower esophageal muscle.

2. Avoid chewing gum and hard candy. They increase the amount of swallowed air which, in turn, leads to belching and reflux.

3. Do not lie down immediately after eating. Avoid late evening snacks.

4. Avoid tight clothing and bending over after eating.

5. Eat small, frequent portions of food and snack if needed.

6. Lose weight if overweight. Obesity leads to increased reflux.

7. Elevate the head of the bed six to eight inches to prevent reflux when sleeping. Extra pillows, by themselves, are not very helpful.

8. The following foods aggravate acid reflux, and should be avoided:

• fatty or fried foods
• peppermint and spearmint
• whole milk
• oils
• chocolate
• creamed foods or soups
• most fast foods

9. The following foods irritate an inflamed lower esophagus and may need to be limited or avoided:

• citrus fruits and juices (grapefruit, orange, pineapple, tomato)
• coffee (regular and decaffeinated)
• caffeinated soft drinks
• tea
• other caffeinated beverages

10. Spicy or acidic foods may not be tolerated by some individuals.

Group	Recommend	Avoid
Milk or milk products	skim, 1% or 2% low-fat milk; low-fat or fat-free yogurt	whole milk (4%), chocolate milk
Vegetables	all other vegetables	fried or creamy style vegetables*, tomatoes
Fruits	apples, berries, melons, bananas, peaches, pears	citrus*: such as oranges, grapefruit, pineapple
Breads & grains	all those made with low-fat content	any prepared with whole milk or high-fat
Meat, meat substitutes	low-fat meat, chicken, fish, turkey	cold cuts, sausage, bacon, fatty meat, chicken fat/skin
Fat, oils	none or small amounts	all animal or vegetable oils
Sweets & desserts	all items made with no or low fat (less than or equal to 3 g fat/serving)	chocolate, desserts made with oils and/or fats
Beverages	decaffeinated, non-mint herbal tea; juices (except citrus); water	alcohol, coffee (regular or decaffeinated), carbonated beverages, tea, mint tea
Soups	fat-free or low-fat based	chicken, beef, milk, or cream-based soups

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