Interviewer: Hi there! Thanks for joining us to talk about a lesser-known symptom of GERD— a burning sensation in the nose. Today, I’m joined by Dr. Jane Smith, MD, an otolaryngologist with over 15 years of clinical experience in reflux-related ENT disorders. Welcome, Dr. Smith! Dr. Smith: Thanks for having me! It’s great to be…
Summer’s here, and that means barbecue season is in full swing! But if you’re living with GERD (like many of the patients I worked with at the gastro clinic), traditional barbecue spreads can be a minefield. Think greasy sides, acidic condiments, spicy rubs—you get the idea. That’s why I put together this guide to GERD…
If you’ve ever dealt with the uncomfortable burn of acid reflux or the nagging symptoms of GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease), you already know how much what we eat and drink matters. But what about hydration? Most people overlook how GERD friendly hydration habits can make a major difference. Working in a gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen…
Managing GERD friendly microwave meal ideas can feel a bit like walking a culinary tightrope, especially when you’re juggling a busy schedule. I totally get it—working as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology clinic has given me a front-row seat to how challenging it can be for folks to eat comfortably with GERD. I’ve had…
If you’ve ever experienced that annoying, burning sensation in your chest paired with a nagging discomfort in your left shoulder, you’re definitely not alone. As someone who’s worked closely in a gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how GERD and left shoulder pain can sometimes be connected in ways people don’t immediately realize. Most folks think…
Back when I first started managing my GERD, I thought salads were a safe zone—light, fresh, healthy. But oh no, one wrong topping and bam—hello, chest burn and that awful lump-in-the-throat feeling. If you’re like me and you’ve been burned (literally) by “healthy” choices, you’re not alone. It turns out, a lot of popular salad…
If you’ve ever tried to whip up a weeknight meal for your family while also keeping GERD in mind, you know it’s not exactly a walk in the park. As someone who’s worked closely with patients in a gastroenterology clinic—and as a mom who’s seen her own family members deal with acid reflux—I’ve learned a…
If you’ve ever battled the discomfort of acid reflux or GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), you know how tricky it can be to figure out what to eat without triggering that dreaded burn. Over the years, working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how a well-planned meal strategy can make…
Let’s be honest — acid reflux can make eating feel like a constant guessing game. That creamy smoothie that helped someone else? Might wreck your whole day. That’s why I started tracking individual ingredients. After months of experimenting (and more than a few flare-ups), I’ve put together a practical list of GERD-friendly smoothie ingredients you…