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Could simple changes to your lifestyle be your answer to heartburn and acid reflux?

Lifestyle Changes

There are many options for treating acid reflux, in some cases doctors may recommend certain changes to reduce heartburn. From eating several smaller meals throughout the day to simple updates to your lifestyle, we are here to help you find the right treatment options for you.

These lifestyle changes could include:

  • Losing weight if you are overweight or obese
  • Eating small or heavy meals and eating several smaller meals throughout the day
  • Determining which foods trigger your individual symptoms in order to avoid them
  • Avoiding eating fatty or acidic foods
  • Quitting smoking
  • Reducing or stopping alcohol intake
  • Avoiding lying down or bending over immediately after eating
  • Finishing eating within three hours of going to bed

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Call us at (713) 493-7700 to learn more or click here to schedule a consultation with one of our doctors to discuss treatment plans to help reduce or eliminate the effects of GERD.