Back when I was struggling to manage my GERD symptoms, finding the right food—let alone something quick and convenient—felt impossible. Regular protein shakes either triggered heartburn or left me feeling worse. Over time, I discovered a few GERD-safe meal replacement shakes that didn’t just work—they actually made my mornings easier. If you’ve been in the…
If you’re a parent like me working in a busy gastroenterology clinic, you’ve probably had one of those lunchbox “uh-oh” moments—where a well-meaning snack ends up being a reflux nightmare. As a Medical Assistant, I see firsthand how common GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) is among school-aged kids. That’s why finding GERD friendly school snacks that…
If you’re like me, the Fourth of July means backyard barbecues, fireworks, and—of course—delicious food. But managing GERD-friendly Fourth of July meals can feel like walking a culinary tightrope. Having worked as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how tricky it can be for people dealing with acid reflux to enjoy…
Working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology clinic has taught me a lot—especially when it comes to how seemingly unrelated symptoms are often connected. One topic that surprises many of my patients is the link between GERD and yeast infections. At first glance, it might not seem like acid reflux and candida overgrowth…
If you’re living with GERD, you already know how tricky it can be to find foods that both fuel your day and don’t send your stomach into chaos. From my experience as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how patients struggle to keep their energy up without triggering those uncomfortable…
If you’ve ever stood in your kitchen after a long shift wondering what on earth to cook that won’t trigger your GERD symptoms, you are *so* not alone. As a medical assistant in a busy gastroenterology clinic, I’ve heard the same question from so many patients: “What can I actually eat that won’t set my…
It was a hot day last summer when I reached for a chilled slice of watermelon, thinking it was the safest, most refreshing fruit I could eat with my temperamental digestive system. Big mistake. Minutes later, the familiar burn started creeping up my chest. That moment made me question what I had always believed—isn’t watermelon…
If you’ve ever felt that familiar burn rising up your chest after indulging in a rich piece of chocolate, you’re not alone. As someone who has dealt with GERD for years, I used to think chocolate was completely off the table—especially dark chocolate, which I once believed was the “healthier” choice. But as I dug…
For those of us dealing with acid reflux or GERD, snacking isn’t as simple as grabbing the nearest box of crackers from the pantry. I learned this the hard way after one too many nights of uncomfortable heartburn from what I thought were “safe” snacks. Turns out, not all crackers are created equal when it…