How to Decrease Reflux

A burning sensation that can be felt in the throat, a sour taste in your mouth, nausea, chest pain, and a chronic cough are all prime signs of acid reflux. These symptoms may indicate that you have an acid reflux problem that is a chronic condition. A lifestyle change will be necessary, and a few medications are available to treat this disorder.

Instructions

• 1

  Eat a diet that is low in fat. Stay away from foods that will intensify the acid reflux such as foods that are fried, fatty foods, butter, mayonnaise, anything that is creamed, chocolate, any kind of mints, citrus, spicy foods and tomatoes.

• 2

  Stay away from drinks that include caffeine including coffee, pop and tea. Avoid alcohol at all costs, as this will really affect acid reflux.

• 3

  Drop some weight if you are overweight. Never lie down before an hour has passed after eating. Do not eat heavy nighttime snacks.

• 4

  Quit smoking cigarettes as they will contribute to your reflux.

• 5

  Sucking on hard candies and gum chewing can worsen acid reflux because it allows air to get in, which results in belching. Belching can cause acid reflux to get worse. Drink a minimum of 80 ounces of water daily.

• 6

  Elevate your head about 8 inches each night while you are sleeping as lying flat will increase acid reflux.

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  Decrease the stress in your life because stress will trigger acid reflux.

• 8

  Wearing tight fitting clothes will also increase any acid reflux, so make sure that especially around the stomach area the clothes are looser.