Worst Foods to Eat with Acid Reflux (GERD, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) | How to Reduce Symptoms

The video discusses gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), its symptoms, and how certain dietary choices can exacerbate these symptoms. It explains the role of the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) and how its relaxation or weakness can lead to acid reflux. The video highlights foods and beverages to avoid, such as acidic fruits, caffeine, spicy foods, fried foods, high-fat foods, processed snacks, tomatoes, onions, mint, salt, alcohol, and carbonated drinks, as they can worsen GERD symptoms by affecting LES function or delaying gastric emptying.

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