How do meal times affect GERD?
Meal times significantly influence GERD and acid reflux. 1. Consuming large meals increases stomach distension, putting more pressure on...
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What is delayed gastric emptying?
Delayed gastric emptying refers to a slowed process of stomach emptying into the small intestine. In GERD, this delay allows stomach acid...
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How do fried and fatty foods exacerbate GERD?
Fried and fatty foods exacerbate GERD/acid reflux by inducing relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), a muscular valve that...
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Silent Night No More: Understanding and Preventing Nighttime Acid Reflux
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) often exhibits its most troublesome symptoms at night, disrupting the peacefulness of sleep and...
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The Role of Diet in GERD: Foods to Avoid and Foods that Help
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a chronic condition characterized by the regurgitation of stomach acid into the esophagus,...
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