If you’ve ever dealt with the burning, bloated misery that comes with GERD, then you already know how frustrating it is trying to navigate meals—especially when you love flavor like I do. Working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen the full range of what GERD can do to people’s lives….
You wouldn’t believe how often patients at our gastroenterology clinic casually mention they’re having heartburn—only to follow it up with, “All I had was some green tea!” Yep, it throws them off too. I totally get it. Green tea is marketed as this miracle health elixir, right? But here’s the thing—GERD after drinking green tea…
If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “Can dehydration cause acid reflux?”—you’re definitely not alone. Working as a Medical Assistant in a gastroenterology clinic, I saw that question come up more times than I can count. A surprising number of patients didn’t realize how big a role hydration plays in digestive health. Honestly, before I worked…
If you’ve ever stared at a fast food breakfast menu, stomach already bubbling just thinking about heartburn, I feel you. Working in a Gastroenterology clinic has shown me just how tricky mornings can be for patients dealing with GERD. But here’s the thing: you don’t have to skip breakfast or settle for plain toast at…
Let me tell you—working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen more than my fair share of patients walk through those doors with the same frustrated expression. You know the one. That “I’ve tried everything for my acid reflux and nothing works” look. And honestly, I get it. GERD—short for Gastroesophageal…
Planning a picnic sounds like the perfect way to soak in some sunshine and fresh air—until you remember your GERD. If you’re anything like the patients I’ve worked with in the gastro clinic, or even just someone trying to keep that reflux in check, you’ve probably Googled GERD friendly picnic ideas and sighed at the…
Ever wondered, can probiotics worsen GERD? You’re definitely not alone. Working as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology clinic, I’ve heard that question from patients more times than I can count. Probiotics are usually hailed as gut-friendly superheroes, but if you’ve got GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease), things aren’t always so straightforward. In fact, I’ve seen…
If you’ve ever worked in a gastroenterology clinic like I have, you’ll know just how common GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) is—and how tricky it can be to manage with diet alone. One of the questions I used to hear all the time from patients, especially those from Asian backgrounds, was: “Can I still enjoy my…
As someone who’s worked as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic for a while, I’ve seen firsthand how frustrating and uncomfortable managing GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) can be. If you’re dealing with GERD, you’re not alone. Many people, just like you, are looking for ways to manage GERD effectively. Whether it’s the constant heartburn,…