What is the diet for gastroesophageal reflux disease?

 What is the diet for gastroesophageal reflux disease?

At Verywell, we believe there is no one-size-fits-all approach to a healthy lifestyle. Successful meal plans must be individualized and take into account the whole person. Before starting any new diet, check with your doctor or dietitian, especially if you have an underlying health condition.

What is the diet for gastroesophageal reflux disease?

An acid reflux diet provides plenty of high-fiber vegetables and low-fat foods while avoiding spicy foods, high-fat, fried foods, acidic foods, and citrus fruits. An acid reflux diet aims to reduce and even eliminate symptoms of acid reflux, which include heartburn, chest pain or tightness, swelling in the throat, and a bitter taste in the mouth.

Please note that there is no gold standard for diagnosing gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Dietary interventions, such as those prescribed by the American College of Gastroenterology, can relieve GERD symptoms.

Reflux occurs when stomach contents, especially stomach acid, back up into the esophagus. This is what causes the burning sensation you feel in your throat when you feel the reflux.

7 day diet plan

Several foods are thought to contribute to acid reflux, including spicy and fatty foods, chocolate, caffeine, and alcohol. In theory, eliminating these foods should relieve symptoms. However, there is only anecdotal evidence to support this. Some people with acid reflux may find relief by avoiding certain foods, while others can eat the same foods without any problem.

The acid reflux diet should be customized for each individual, but most people first start by eliminating any potentially incompatible foods and adding the foods back in gradually to see if they cause a reaction.

It is not necessary to follow a specific eating protocol on the acid reflux diet, but it is important to eat slowly and chew your food well. Focus on small meals more often throughout the day, rather than two or three large meals.

Day 1:

 fruit and chia pudding; Apple, pear and banana. Avocado and Chicken Salad Skinless chicken breast with sweet potato

Day 2:

 an omelette with egg whites. Cauliflower and pumpkin soup. Fresh turkey breast with roasted asparagus and pumpkin

Day 3:

 Sweet potato breakfast with scrambled egg whites. trail mix, pumpkin seeds, and dried bananas; Turkish sandwich, lettuce cups, ground turkey, save $

Day 4:

 Edamame on toast. Cabbage salad with pumpkin and lentils. Grilled salmon with quinoa

Day 5:

 Scrambled eggs with cabbage. Vegetables with steamed fish. Pork chops with rice

Day 6:

 Oatmeal with apples. Turkish cod fish sandwich with steamed vegetables

Day 7: 

Yogurt with coconut milk. Quinoa salad with roasted vegetables. Grilled tofu with potatoes

What can you eat

For the most part, you will focus on preventing GERD-causing foods in your acid reflux diet. Trigger foods include spicy foods, fried and fatty foods, coffee, citrus fruits, dairy products, and soft drinks. You will replace these foods with vegetables, whole grains, and other healthy foods that can improve symptoms

In the end, there is no one-size-fits-all diet; Instead, you should experiment by removing foods and adding them again to find the specific trigger foods.

Low fat protein

Red meat and fatty meats have been linked to heartburn and other acid reflux symptoms. Therefore, you should stick to lean proteins like skinless chicken breast, fresh turkey breast, ground turkey, and lean pork chops. You can also eat fish and shellfish.

Non-citrus fruits

Citrus fruits are acidic and can increase acid reflux. Watermelon, bananas, pears, and apples are great options. Eat fruits and cherries in moderation.

Vegetables and vegetables

Almost any vegetable is an acid reflux diet because vegetables are low in sugar and fat and can help reduce stomach acid. Green leafy vegetables, asparagus, and zucchini are great options.

Keep in mind that broccoli and cauliflower, as well as other cruciferous vegetables, can be difficult for the body to break down.