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The following lifestyle modifications will help in relieving the discomfort of reflux:

1.) Watch what you eat and drink. Avoid things that can increase stomach acid.

• Avoid acidic or high-fat foods such as citrus fruits, tomatoes, or fast-food hamburger
• Avoid coffee, tea, alcoholic, or carbonated beverages (with or without caffeine)
• Avoid chocolate
• Avoid mints

2.) Watch when you eat or drink.

• Divide your daily food intake into smaller quantities, more often (several smaller meals vs one or two huge meals)
• Don’t eat late at night and don’t lie down for at least an hour after eating

3.) Watch your weight and your smoking habits.

• Lose weight if you are overweight
• If you smoke, quit (smoking increases stomach acid)

4.) Other helpful hints.

• Avoid bending over unless you have to
• Don’t wear tight belts or tight-fitting clothes
• Raise the head of your bed 6-10 inches by placing blocks or books under the legs. Lying flat lets acid reflux back up into the esophagus.
• Take any medication your physician has prescribed for your condition.
• Check with your physician before taking aspirin or anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen, they can make reflux symptoms worse..