If you’ve ever dealt with the burning discomfort of GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease), you know how tricky it can be to plan meals—especially when you’re on a budget. I’ve seen this firsthand working as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic. Patients would often ask, “How can I eat right for GERD without spending a…
If you’ve ever dealt with GERD and tongue sensitivity, you know how weirdly connected those two can feel. As a Medical Assistant working daily in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how many patients come in puzzled by this odd combo—heartburn and that strange burning or tingling on their tongue. It’s not just uncomfortable; it…
If you’re dealing with GERD and low vitamin absorption, you’re definitely not alone. Working as a Medical Assistant in a gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how often these two issues show up hand-in-hand—way more than most folks realize. Patients often come in thinking it’s just heartburn or a little indigestion, but by the time we…
If you’re anything like me, juggling work at a gastroenterology clinic and trying to feed a family with sensitive stomachs, you probably know the struggle of finding meals that *won’t* cause discomfort later. That’s why I’ve become a little obsessed with discovering easy, tasty, and GERD friendly casseroles for family dinners. They’re cozy, filling, and…
Living with GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) isn’t always a picnic, especially when you’re staring down the snack table at a party, trying to decode which dips will love you back and which ones will come with a side of heartburn. GERD safe dips and spreads might not sound thrilling at first, but trust me—there are…
If you’ve ever felt a strange, tight clenching in your jaw and wondered what on earth it has to do with your stomach, you’re not alone. As someone who has worked closely with patients in a busy gastroenterology clinic, I’ve had plenty of people look at me like I’ve got two heads when I mention…
If you’ve ever tried to enjoy a sweet treat only to be met with that dreaded burning sensation afterward, you’re not alone. Working as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen so many patients struggle to enjoy dessert because of GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease). And if you’re anything like them—and like me—you’ve probably…
If you’ve ever finished a meal only to be greeted by loud stomach rumbling and that awful burning sensation creeping up your chest, you’re definitely not alone. In my years as a Medical Assistant working in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve had countless patients nervously ask, “Is it normal for my stomach to growl so much…
If you’ve ever found yourself eyeing the grill at a summer barbecue, wondering if there’s *anything* on there that won’t leave you with that all-too-familiar chest burn later—trust me, you’re not alone. Working in a gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how frustrating it is for GERD patients to navigate food choices. One of the most…