If you’re someone who has struggled with acid reflux, you know how uncomfortable and frustrating it can be. Whether it’s that burning sensation in your chest or the constant feeling of a lump in your throat, dealing with acid reflux can make everyday activities feel like a challenge. As a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology…
If you’re someone who’s dealing with acid reflux, you know how challenging it can be to navigate which foods to avoid. Acid reflux, often a condition associated with GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease), causes that uncomfortable burning sensation in your chest, commonly known as heartburn. Over time, managing your diet is key to preventing flare-ups and…
If you’re a spice lover but suffer from GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease), you’ve probably had your fair share of battles between your cravings and your stomach. Trust me, I’ve been there! Working in a Gastroenterology Clinic as a Medical Assistant, I’ve seen countless patients struggling with the same dilemma: how to eat spicy food with…
As someone who has spent years working as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve learned that managing Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) requires paying close attention to what you eat, especially when it comes to trigger foods. The question of whether dark chocolate is safe for GERD has come up frequently among my patients,…
Can fruit juice trigger GERD? If you’ve ever taken a sip of orange juice only to feel that burning sensation creep up your esophagus, you’re not alone. Working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen countless patients puzzled by how something as ‘healthy’ as fruit juice could be setting their acid…
If you’re like me, working as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic, you likely hear the same questions from patients on a daily basis. One of the most common concerns I come across is GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease. GERD can be tricky to manage, especially when it comes to choosing the right foods….
Living with GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) can be a daily challenge, especially when it comes to selecting foods that won’t trigger uncomfortable symptoms like acid reflux, heartburn, or indigestion. As someone who has worked as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how diet plays a huge role in managing GERD. One…
As someone who’s worked as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic for years, I’ve seen a lot of patients struggle with digestive issues, especially GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease). One common question that often comes up is: “Does baking soda help GERD?” It’s a great question, and I totally understand why it’s something many people…
Let’s talk about something that many of my patients ask me all the time: how fiber affects acid reflux. You know that burning sensation creeping up your throat, making you regret that spicy taco or late-night pizza slice? Yep, that’s acid reflux in action. As someone who has spent years studying GERD and digestive health,…
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