GERD
When you begin to suffer from heartburn, you might be shocked at the time and cause of the symptoms. Many people assume only highly acidic meals can result in the nagging chest pain and esophageal burning that creeps up, but that’s not necessarily true.
When your doctor first diagnoses you with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), he or she will likely recommend that you start with making lifestyle changes. This will be a first step before medication and possible surgery take place.
The lifestyle changes will probably have to be in place even if you do go the medication or surgical route, but you might be able to stave those options off with simple dietary alterations.
The first thing you need to do is become aware of causes – because everyone reacts to foods and beverages differently. Keep a little journal that tracks the times you ate, the portions you consumed, and what you ate. Continue reading
