If you’ve ever dealt with acid reflux, you know that even something as simple as grabbing a drink can turn into a guessing game. As someone who works closely with patients in a gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen it time and again — folks trying to figure out what they can sip on without setting off…
When you work in a busy medical clinic like I do — especially in a Gastroenterology setting — you quickly learn that snacking smart isn’t just about calories or convenience. It’s about keeping your digestive system happy while juggling packed schedules and long hours. That’s why I wanted to share some GERD friendly office snack…
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 and you’ve spent any time working in a gastroenterology clinic—or living with acid reflux yourself—you know just how frustrating it can be to give up foods you love. One of the most common triggers? Tomatoes. Yep, that seemingly harmless ingredient hiding in everything from pasta sauce to ketchup can wreak havoc…
If you’ve ever had that weird, almost metallic bitter taste in your throat that lingers—especially after eating spicy or greasy foods—you’re not alone. Working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve heard this complaint more times than I can count. It often comes down to one common culprit: GERD and bitter taste…
If you’re dealing with acid reflux or GERD, you know that packing lunch isn’t as easy as grabbing whatever’s in the fridge. Trust me, working in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen how a few simple food swaps can make a world of difference. So, if you’re searching for GERD friendly lunchbox ideas that won’t leave…
If you’ve ever had that weird feeling of waking up in the middle of the night with a sour taste in your mouth and a little too much spit pooling—yeah, I’ve been there too. Working in a gastroenterology clinic, I can’t count how many times patients asked, “Why is my mouth always full of saliva,…
Nothing drags down your day quite like an itchy, dry cough that won’t quit — especially when it lingers for weeks and doesn’t respond to the usual cough drops or allergy meds. If that sounds familiar, GERD may be the hidden problem. Chronic dry coughing often stems from acid reflux, and when left untreated, it…
If you’re a parent navigating the tricky world of toddler nutrition while managing GERD, you already know how challenging mealtime can be. Finding GERD friendly foods for toddlers is like walking a tightrope—one wrong bite can send your little one into discomfort, and the last thing any parent wants is to see their child struggling…