10 Causes of Acid Reflux
Cause #10: Foods and Beverages
There are certain foods and beverages that can trigger heartburn and other symptoms of reflux (such as abdominal bloating, difficulty swallowing, and dry cough).
Some of the common acid reflux foods that may trigger symptoms of reflux include carbonated beverages, alcohol, coffee or tea (both caffeinated and decaffeinated), garlic, onions, citrus fruits, chocolate, fatty or fried foods, spicy foods, tomato-based foods, and more. Individuals who have these triggers are advised to keep a food diary and avoid their respective triggers.
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