Oranges, lemons, limes, and grapefruits are acidic and can cause acid reflux. Avoid or moderate these fruits if you have acid reflux.
Chili peppers, hot sauce, and curry can cause acid reflux. If you like spicy foods, cut back or stop eating them.
he lower esophageal sphincter, which separates the stomach and esophagus, is also pressured.
Caffeine and theobromine in chocolate relax the LES and increase gastric acid. Acid reflux can cause heartburn and indigestion.
They relax the LES, allowing stomach acid to reflux into the esophagus, causing heartburn.
High-fat meats like beef, pork, and lamb impede digestion and promote acid reflux.
Tomato-based goods like pasta sauce and salsa are acidic and can cause acid reflux.