An estimated 20% of Americans suffer from GERD, a chronic form of acid reflux that goes beyond occasional heartburn. Here's ...

Certain foods, such as bananas, oats, yogurt, and leafy green vegetables, may help reduce acid reflux and other symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). There is no single food that ...

Alcohol (particularly white wine) can cause the valve muscle to relax more and increase acid reflux. In some people caffeine and chocolate can also be triggers. “Some people find spicy foods ...

“What causes acid reflux is diet and lifestyle,” said Koufman. Fatty, fried, and spicy foods are often associated with reflux ...