Regardless of how bad your gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) symptoms are, successfully fighting heartburn and acid reflux also requires some changes in lifestyle, ranging from the food you eat to the clothes you wear. Here are some tips to help you out:
1- Small, frequent meals
Eat several small meals throughout the day rather than the standard breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
2- Cut the cake
Be it chocolate or caffeine, certain foods and drinks are notorious for exacerbating GERD symptoms.
3- Don’t drink alcohol
Alcohol relaxes the lower esophageal sphincter, which lets stomach acid creep into the esophagus.
4- Another reason to shed pounds
Excess weight can contribute to heartburn and acid reflux
5- Don’t wear tight clothing
Much like excess belly fat, clothing that’s a tight fit around the midsection can push against your stomach and force acid into the esophagus.
6- Head up, sleep better
Avoid eating before bedtime and elevate your head six to eight inches while you sleep.
7- Quit smoking
Everyone knows that smoking damages your heart and lungs. But what about your digestive system? Yep, that too.
According to Health.com
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