Back when I first started managing my GERD, I thought salads were a safe zone—light, fresh, healthy. But oh no, one wrong topping and bam—hello, chest burn and that awful lump-in-the-throat feeling. If you’re like me and you’ve been burned (literally) by “healthy” choices, you’re not alone. It turns out, a lot of popular salad…
Living with GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) can be a real challenge, especially when it comes to figuring out what you can safely eat without triggering that uncomfortable burning sensation. From my time working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how a tailored GERD safe meal plan can make a…
If you’ve ever dealt with the uncomfortable burn of acid reflux or that nagging fullness after a few bites of food, you’re not alone. As someone who works closely with patients in a gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how dietary changes can be life-changing—literally. One of the most frequent questions I get is, “What can…
If you’ve ever dealt with the ups and downs of acid reflux, then you probably know how tricky it can be to find meals that feel comforting without backfiring later. Working in a busy Gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how patients struggle to enjoy food without triggering symptoms. That’s actually what inspired me to pull…
If you’re living with acid reflux or GERD like many of the patients I’ve worked with in my time as a Medical Assistant at a busy Gastroenterology clinic, then you already know how tricky food can be. One bite of the wrong thing can mean hours of burning pain. That’s why I want to talk…
If you’ve ever felt that burning sensation creeping up your chest after eating, you’re not alone—I’ve seen it countless times while working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology clinic. One of the most common things patients asked me about, surprisingly, was food. Specifically: “Can I still eat white potatoes if I have GERD?”…
Let’s be real — waking up with a grumbling stomach is bad enough, but when you’ve got GERD tagging along? Ugh. I’ve been there. That burning sensation after eating just a slice of toast? Been there, regretted that. But here’s the silver lining: breakfast can actually be your best ally if done right. It doesn’t…
If you’re like me, nothing sounds better on a rough acid reflux day than a warm, soothing bowl of soup. But let’s be real—most store-bought or restaurant soups are a minefield of reflux triggers. From heavy creams to garlic overloads, it’s like they were built to torture our esophagi. After years of trial, error, and…