If you’ve ever dealt with that uncomfortable, burning sensation creeping up your chest after a meal, you’re not alone. As someone who works closely with patients at a gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how common acid reflux and GERD can be—and how frustrating it is trying to manage it. One of the questions I hear…
Can alcohol-free beer trigger GERD? That’s a question I didn’t expect to hear so often at the clinic, but lately, patients have been bringing it up more and more. I work in a Gastroenterology office where heartburn, acid reflux, and all-things-GERD are basically our daily vocabulary. But when someone asked, “If I switch to non-alcoholic…
Is rice milk good for GERD? If you’ve ever dealt with acid reflux, you probably know just how tricky it can be to find foods and drinks that don’t set things off. Working in a gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen so many patients struggle with this—and honestly, I’ve been there too. People often come in asking…
When it comes to managing high blood pressure, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. As an Internal Medicine physician specializing in Hypertension Management, I’ve seen firsthand the impact that lifestyle changes—especially diet—can have on blood pressure. Among the various dietary strategies, fermented foods have recently gained attention for their potential benefits. But what exactly are the best…
If you’ve ever indulged in the creamy goodness of avocado and then later found yourself experiencing that dreaded burning sensation in your chest, you’re not alone. The question of whether avocado can trigger acid reflux is one that has sparked plenty of debates among both health enthusiasts and everyday folks. As someone who’s spent years…
When I first started diving deeper into autoimmune conditions as a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I kept bumping into one oddly persistent theme: the gut. Yep, that complex ecosystem living inside all of us, quietly doing its thing—digesting food, balancing bacteria, regulating immunity—seemed to have a major role in diseases like rheumatoid arthritis. So I started…
As someone who’s spent years working as a Pulmonary Nurse, I’ve seen firsthand how crucial diet can be in managing asthma. While medication and avoiding triggers are essential parts of asthma care, one aspect that often gets overlooked is how the right diet can play a role in preventing asthma flare-ups. If you or a…
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is one of those conditions that can really shake up your life. If you’ve ever worked with patients or even personally experienced it, you know that it’s not just the physical pain and inflammation that comes with RA, but also the mental and emotional toll it can take. As a Rheumatology Nurse…
Dealing with GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) can be a daily struggle for many. As someone who’s worked as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic for a while, I’ve seen firsthand how frustrating it can be to manage GERD symptoms. From constant heartburn to that uncomfortable acid reflux feeling, it can feel like you’re constantly…