Dietary Triggers of Acid Reflux: Key Foods and Drinks to Avoid

Acid reflux is a bothersome condition that can significantly impact your daily life. Identifying and avoiding foods and beverages that trigger symptoms is crucial for managing this condition. Here, we look at some of the most common dietary triggers that cause acid reflux.

Fatty and fried foods are among the top offenders when it comes to acid reflux. Foods like french fries, onion rings, and full-fat dairy products can cause the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) to relax, allowing stomach acid to escape into the esophagus. These foods also take longer to digest, which can increase the likelihood of reflux.

Caffeinated beverages such as coffee, tea, and soda can also trigger acid reflux. Caffeine can relax the LES and stimulate stomach acid production, leading to discomfort. Alcohol is another common culprit, as it relaxes the LES and increases stomach acid. Even moderate consumption of alcohol can cause symptoms in those prone to acid reflux.

Citrus fruits and juices, such as lemons, oranges, and grapefruits, are highly acidic and can aggravate acid reflux symptoms. These fruits can irritate the esophagus and increase acidity in the stomach. Similarly, tomatoes and tomato-based products like ketchup and marinara sauce are acidic and can trigger heartburn.

Spicy foods, including those made with hot peppers and strong spices, can cause acid reflux by irritating the esophagus. Additionally, mint and chocolate can both relax the LES, leading to reflux symptoms. While chocolate is a sweet indulgence, it contains caffeine and theobromine, both of which can trigger reflux.

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