Spring is finally in full bloom, and Easter’s right around the corner! If you or someone in your family deals with acid reflux, you know that holidays packed with rich treats can be a little tricky. I’ve worked as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology Clinic, and let me tell you — patients ask…
If you’ve ever felt that familiar burn rising up your chest after indulging in a rich piece of chocolate, you’re not alone. As someone who has dealt with GERD for years, I used to think chocolate was completely off the table—especially dark chocolate, which I once believed was the “healthier” choice. But as I dug…
Let me be honest: there was a time I couldn’t imagine giving up ice cream. It was my go-to treat on stressful nights and sunny weekends. But after battling GERD for over a year, I learned the hard way that not all comfort foods are, well, comforting. If you’ve ever had a scoop of your…