If you’re anything like me—juggling patient charts by day and trying to keep acid reflux in check by night—you probably know the struggle of finding GERD friendly sweet treat recipes that don’t send your esophagus into a full-blown meltdown. Working in a Gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen so many patients leave the office feeling overwhelmed by…
If you’re like me and you’ve spent any time working in a gastroenterology clinic—or living with acid reflux yourself—you know just how frustrating it can be to give up foods you love. One of the most common triggers? Tomatoes. Yep, that seemingly harmless ingredient hiding in everything from pasta sauce to ketchup can wreak havoc…
Thanksgiving is one of my favorite times of the year—but let’s be real, it’s not exactly a walk in the park when you’re dealing with GERD. As someone who’s worked for years as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen countless patients come in after the holidays with flare-ups they didn’t see…
Struggling with acid reflux doesn’t mean saying goodbye to flavorful, satisfying meals—especially if you’re a fan of bold and aromatic Middle Eastern cuisine. As someone who works in a Gastroenterology Clinic and deals with GERD patients daily, I’ve seen firsthand how dietary changes can completely turn things around. In fact, I’ve had to walk this…