About Acid Reflux
Acid reflux which is also known as gastroesophageal reflux, is the backward flow of stomach acid into the esophagus and back up to the mouth. The esophagus is the tube that connects the throat and stomach. Acid reflux can progress to GERD, a more severe form of reflux.
Symptoms
- Tasting regurgitated food
- Tasting a sour liquid at the back of your mouth
- Feeling a burning sensation in your chest (Heartburn)
- Causes
- Unhealthy lifestyle
- Smoking
- Obesity
- Unhealthy diet
- Poor Eating habits
- Medications
- Alcohol
Causes
- Stress
- Certain medications
- Unhealthy diet
- Unhealthy lifestyle (smoking, alcohol, high caffeine, fizzy drinks)
- Eating fatty foods
- Weakened digestive system
- Eating large meals
- Lying down after eating
- Unhealthy eating habits
- Eating too many acidic food
- Snacking during bedtime
Remedies
Healthy diet
Increase Alkaline foods, reduce acidic foods and juices
Avoid foods that trigger your reflux symptoms
Avoid fried fatty food
Avoid alcohol
Apple Cider Vinegar
Baking Soda
Quit smoking
Bone broth