Let’s be real—living with GERD can turn your relationship with food into a bit of a toxic one, especially when it comes to sauces. I learned that the hard way working as a Medical Assistant in a gastroenterology clinic. One of the most common frustrations patients would share? The heartbreaking betrayal of tomato sauce. Yep,…
We’ve all been there—stressed out, overwhelmed, or maybe just trying to juggle a million things at once. But did you know that stress can have a direct impact on your digestive system, specifically on conditions like GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)? As a Medical Assistant working in a Gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how stress and…
As someone who has worked in a gastroenterology clinic for several years, I’ve seen firsthand how managing conditions like GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) can feel like a never-ending battle. Patients come in with a variety of questions, but one of the most common ones I hear is about diet—specifically, “Can meal spacing reduce GERD symptoms?”…
Living with GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) can be incredibly challenging. As someone who has worked as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how persistent heartburn, regurgitation, and chest discomfort can take a toll on a person’s daily life. When traditional medications and lifestyle changes aren’t enough, many people start looking for…
So, the other day at work — I’m a Medical Assistant in a gastroenterology clinic, by the way — a patient asked me, “Is kombucha safe for acid reflux?” Honestly, I wasn’t surprised. That question pops up a lot, especially since kombucha’s kind of the cool kid in the fermented drinks aisle lately. You see…
Can eating smaller meals help GERD? If you’re anything like me—working in a busy gastroenterology clinic, juggling between patient vitals and documentation—you’ve probably heard this question pop up a hundred times a week. I used to think it was just one of those generic diet suggestions doctors tossed around, but after seeing dozens of patients…
Living with GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) can be downright uncomfortable, especially when you’re constantly trying to manage the symptoms without relying too much on medication. As a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how persistent acid reflux can impact people’s lives. But the good news is, there are plenty of natural GERD…
If you’ve ever dealt with acid reflux, then you probably know the pain of sipping what you *thought* was a healthy smoothie—only to end up with that familiar burning in your chest. Trust me, I’ve been there. Back when I worked as a Medical Assistant in a gastroenterology clinic, I saw so many patients who…
If you’ve ever dealt with that burning, acidic feeling that creeps up your chest after eating—or worse, just from drinking something you *thought* was harmless—you’re definitely not alone. As someone who worked in a busy gastroenterology clinic, I saw patients every day who were desperate to find relief from their symptoms. The struggle is real,…