Living with GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) isn’t just about popping antacids or propping yourself up at night—it’s also about mastering what you eat. Trust me, as someone who once thought tomato pasta and spicy ramen were harmless dinner delights, I learned the hard way that diet plays a giant role in calming the acid storm…
If you’ve ever eaten something as simple as a tomato and found yourself regretting it hours later, you’re not alone. As someone who’s personally had to cut back on a lot of my favorite meals thanks to acid reflux, tomatoes quickly became a hot topic in my kitchen. They seem healthy, right? Full of antioxidants,…
Ever brewed a cup of peppermint tea hoping it would soothe your stomach, only to end up feeling worse? Yeah, I’ve been there. Peppermint is everywhere—candies, teas, oils, even toothpastes—and it’s often hailed as a digestive hero. But if you’ve got acid reflux or GERD, things aren’t always that simple. What seems like a calming…
If you’ve ever found yourself second-guessing your meals because of the burning sensation creeping up your chest, I completely get it. I remember a phase when even a small bowl of spicy noodles would leave me sitting upright for hours, burping uncomfortably. That’s when I knew it wasn’t just a food preference—it was something deeper….