Gastroesophogeal Reflux Disease (GERD) and Your Diet

• Eat well balanced meals in small portions and eat slowly.
• Avoid products that contain caffeine such as regular coffee, decaffeinated coffee, regular tea and chocolate.  Caffeine stimulates the production of stomach acids.
• Avoid foods and seasonings that stimulate gastric acid, such as black pepper, garlic, cloves and chili powder.
• Avoid lying down right after eating for at least one hour. Do not eat just before to bedtime.
• Try eating smaller, but more frequent, meals. Break your meals into two portions. Frequent small meals eaten in a relaxed environment are best.
• Avoid alcohol.

Contact your doctor before making any diet changes as related to your medical condition.

To make an appointment for nutrition counseling:

Outpatient diet counseling – 610-954-1000

Diabetes Center – 610-954-3025