Delicious foods served at the buffet table will definitely make you salivate. You’ll never get rid of the desire to take a bite of all the menus served at the buffet table. Don’t talk and don’t think about self control when all you want to do is eat. But guess what? If you tolerate yourself of eating too much (that’s gluttony by the way), you might be dragging yourself of having gastric acid reflux.
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) or gastric acid reflux is a mucosal disorder caused by the acid from the stomach that goes into the esophagus. A common symptom of acid reflux is the burning sensation in your tummy and esophagus region. Some believe that obesity and lifestyle are linked to the development of GERD. Nonetheless, your eating habits could also be the reason for having gastric acid reflux.
Below are some of the foods that you should avoid for you to lessen your risk of developing gastric acid reflux. If some of them are your favorites, then it’s time for you to think twice if you’d still crave for them.
If you love the taste of fried chicken, think again. Fried foods are hard to digest and they contain trans-fats. Think of meaty foods that are rich in fats. They undergo slow digestive process which could increase the possibility of leaving acids in your stomach which would go into the esophagus. Baked goodies are also some of the culprits for developing gastric acid reflux. Yes guys, it’s true. You might as well tame your sweet tooth and hold off your desire for cookies and brownies because they have artificial colors, preservatives and sugars which make them more acidic.
People with gastrointestinal disorders are not advised to eat hot and spicy foods. Chilli peppers or hot/spicy sauces and seasonings cause burning sensation in the stomach that might be detrimental to your digestive system. Fruits and vegetables that are rich in acid contents like tomatoes, lemons, oranges and cranberries must be avoided too. Likewise, fruit and vegetable juices that contain high-acid level must be taken in lower amounts because they contribute to acid reflux as well.
You always love the feeling of ice cream melting in your mouth. Just to get you in the know, ice creams too along with other dairy products are no-no for acid reflux. GERD develops because of the extreme milk secretion required in the stomach. Lastly, water is more advisable than alcoholic beverages, coffee, and carbonated drinks to avoid GERD.