FOODS THAT TRIGGER REFLUX

For many people, certain foods or drinks cause reflux, especially acidic and fried foods, caffeine, carbonated beverages and alcohol. Common ‘trigger foods’ are pizza, sausages, cheese, tomatoes, bacon, citrus fruits, chocolate, peppermint and anything containing chilli or black pepper. Avoiding your triggers may minimise symptoms. How much you eat, and when, may also impact your symptoms, according to Dr Radu Tutuian of the Civic Hospital Solothurn in Switzerland. Having smaller meals and not eating late in the evening may ease symptoms.…

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Reader’s Digest New Zealand (Digital) - 1 Issue, June / July 2024

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