If you’ve ever struggled with GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease), you probably already know how tricky it can be to find foods that don’t aggravate your symptoms. As someone who has worked as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen firsthand the frustration patients feel when they’re trying to enjoy meals without triggering reflux….
If you’ve ever struggled with GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), you know how important it is to make mindful choices when it comes to food. Bread, for instance, can be a tricky topic for people managing GERD. The thought of having to avoid something as comforting and versatile as bread can feel like a real challenge….
When you’re living with high blood pressure, or hypertension, managing sodium intake becomes a top priority. We all know that too much salt isn’t good for us, but when it comes to processed foods, it can be really hard to tell just how much sodium is lurking in your meals. As someone who’s worked with…
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?”…
If you’ve ever felt that burning sensation creeping up your chest after a hearty meal, or had to sleep propped up on a pile of pillows just to avoid acid reflux, you’re not alone. Working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology clinic, I saw patients dealing with GERD on the daily—and let me…
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…
Can eating raw vegetables trigger GERD? It’s a question I used to hear surprisingly often when I worked as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology clinic. Patients would walk in genuinely confused, saying things like, “I thought raw veggies were healthy—why do I feel worse after eating them?” And honestly, I get it. We’re…
When you’re juggling hypertension and also craving your favorite comfort foods, things can get a little tricky, right? As an internal medicine physician who’s worked extensively in hypertension management, I’ve seen just how powerful food choices can be—not just for controlling blood pressure, but for making people feel truly satisfied. That’s why I’m diving into…
If you’re managing high blood pressure, you probably already know how crucial it is to make smart food choices. As an Internal Medicine Physician specializing in hypertension management, I’m often asked what kind of meals actually support blood pressure control—and one of my go-to suggestions? Soups. Yes, the right kinds of soups can be hearty,…