Wednesday, March 25, 2015

Medical Nutrition Therapy for GERD & Esophagitis

- Avoid large high-fat meals
- Avoid eating at least 3 to 4 hours before retiring 
- Avoid smoking 
- Avoid alcoholic beverages 
- Avoid caffeine containing foods and beverages
- Stay up-right and avoid vigorous activity soon after eating 
- Avoid tight-fitting clothing, especially after a meal
- Consume a healthy, nutritionally complete diet with adequate fiber
- Avoid acidic and highly spiced foods when inflammation exists
- Lose weight if overweight 

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