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5. Spicy Meals
Spices irritate the lining of the esophagus.
What to try instead: Avoid cayenne pepper and opt for ginger or cinnamon. Keep a food diary to assess your tolerance.
6. Garlic and Onions
Stimulate the production of gastric acid.
What to do instead: See if you tolerate cooked onions or milder onions, like red onions, better.
7. Citrus Fruits and Citrus Juice
They contain citric acid, and their low pH aggravates reflux symptoms.
What to try instead: Choose alternatives like cantaloupe, papaya, or banana. Riper citrus fruits have lower acidity levels.
8. Carbonated Drinks
They cause bloating, put pressure on the muscle that controls the esophagus, and may contain caffeine.
What to try instead: Water, herbal teas, or diluted juices.
