As a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how the smallest dietary changes can have a significant impact on conditions like acid reflux and heartburn. One question that often comes up in my consultations with patients is whether common foods like bananas can trigger heartburn. It might seem surprising, given that bananas…
If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably had that moment—you’re halfway through a sandwich or enjoying a warm, crusty slice of bread, and bam! That familiar burning creeps up your chest. Yep, acid reflux after eating bread is a thing, and it’s way more common than people realize. Working as a Medical Assistant in a…
If you’re someone who’s been diagnosed with GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease), you might be all too familiar with the challenges of finding foods that don’t trigger flare-ups. One of the most important aspects of managing GERD is being mindful of what you eat, especially when it comes to protein sources. For many of us, high-fat,…
If you’ve ever dealt with the uncomfortable, fiery sensation creeping up your chest after a meal, you’re definitely not alone. Working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how acid reflux—especially chronic cases like GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)—can disrupt daily life. And one of the most common questions I hear…
As someone who’s worked hands-on with patients dealing with acid reflux and GERD almost every day, I’ve seen a lot of curious cases and even more curious questions. One of the most common ones that seems to pop up again and again is, is honey good for GERD? It might sound a bit out of…
If you’ve ever found yourself hunched over at your desk, clutching your chest because acid reflux decided to ruin your lunch break—yeah, you’re not alone. As someone who’s worked for years as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how many people deal with this daily discomfort. Patients ask me all…
If you’ve ever felt a weird, burning sensation after a meal and brushed it off as “just heartburn,” you’re not alone. But here’s the thing—there’s a difference between occasional indigestion and something more chronic like GERD or even silent reflux. As someone who’s worked up close with patients at a Gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen just…
If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably found yourself staring at the kitchen pantry after a long shift at the clinic, wondering what on earth you can eat that won’t come back to haunt you later. Working as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how tough it can be for patients…
If you’ve ever felt like your pants suddenly shrank after a hearty meal and then got hit with that familiar fiery sensation creeping up your chest, you’re not alone. Working as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I saw a lot of people battling *acid reflux and weight gain*—and let me tell you, the…