If you’re living with acid reflux or GERD like many of the patients I’ve worked with in my time as a Medical Assistant at a busy Gastroenterology clinic, then you already know how tricky food can be. One bite of the wrong thing can mean hours of burning pain. That’s why I want to talk…
If you’ve ever felt a strange pressure or pain in your ears during a bad bout of acid reflux, you’re not alone—and you’re definitely not imagining things. As someone who’s worked closely with patients in a busy Gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how sneaky and far-reaching GERD can be. One of the most overlooked connections…
If you’ve ever struggled with acid reflux or GERD, you know how tricky it can be to find delicious foods that won’t flare up your symptoms. From my time working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how important it is for patients to have easy, tasty options that are…
If you’re like me, a Medical Assistant who has seen firsthand how uncomfortable GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) can be, you know that picking the right snacks for a big event like the Super Bowl can feel like a minefield. GERD friendly Super Bowl snacks aren’t just about bland, boring food—they can be delicious, satisfying, and…
If you’re dealing with GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease), you already know how important it is to eat the right foods—but finding GERD friendly meal prep ideas that are both nourishing and tasty? That’s a whole different story. Working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how changing what’s on your…
If you’ve ever found yourself mid-shift, charting notes or rooming patients, and suddenly that fiery, uncomfortable sensation rises up in your chest—yeah, heartburn strikes again. I’ve been there. Working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology clinic has given me a front-row seat to how common (and disruptive) heartburn can be. And when it…
If you’ve ever had that uncomfortable burning in your chest after a meal or had trouble sleeping because of acid creeping up your throat, you’re not alone. As someone who’s worked as a Medical Assistant in a busy gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how GERD can take a serious toll on quality of life. That’s…
Let’s be real—having GERD doesn’t mean you have to say goodbye to flavor-packed tacos. As someone who’s worked in a gastroenterology clinic for years, I’ve seen how frustrating it is for patients to navigate diet changes, especially when it comes to their favorite foods. That’s why I wanted to share some GERD friendly taco recipes…
If you’ve ever stood in your kitchen, spatula in hand, wondering whether that splash of olive oil is going to send your acid reflux into overdrive later tonight, you’re not alone. As someone who’s spent years working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how small dietary changes — especially…