I used to think sugar was harmless, especially when it came in the form of a sweet treat after dinner. But once acid reflux started creeping into my life—sometimes subtle, sometimes burning like a mini firestorm—I began to suspect my favorite desserts weren’t as innocent as they looked. Turns out, sugar isn’t just about calories…
Let me be real with you—when I was first diagnosed with GERD, one of the hardest adjustments wasn’t giving up spicy food or even coffee—it was figuring out what the heck I could use as condiments. I love flavor. I’m the type of person who can’t enjoy plain grilled chicken unless it’s swimming in something…
Not long ago, I stumbled across an unexpected ally in my never-ending battle with acid reflux—kiwi. At first, I wasn’t entirely sold. It’s tangy, slightly acidic, and just didn’t seem like the type of fruit you’d associate with calming your stomach. But after seeing a few promising studies and hearing others rave about its digestive…