GERDBuddy Blog

Guides and tips for managing GERD, understanding your triggers, and feeling your best.

Eating Habits That Help GERD: It

How you eat matters as much as what you eat for GERD. Learn how meal timing, portion sizes, eating speed, posture, and post-meal activity can reduce acid reflux symptoms.

GERD and Asthma: The Surprising Link Between Acid Reflux and Breathing Problems

Up to 80% of asthma sufferers also have GERD. Learn how acid reflux triggers breathing problems, why asthma can worsen reflux, and how to manage both conditions together.

GERD Flare-Up: What to Do When Acid Reflux Gets Worse

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GERD in Children: Signs, Symptoms, and How Parents Can Help

GERD affects children differently than adults. Learn how to recognize acid reflux symptoms in infants, toddlers, and older kids, plus safe management strategies for parents.

Hiatal Hernia and GERD: Understanding the Connection

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Traveling With GERD: How to Manage Acid Reflux on the Road

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GERD and Coffee: Can You Still Drink Coffee With Acid Reflux?

Yes, many people with GERD can still enjoy coffee — with some adjustments. Learn which brewing methods, timing, and portions minimize acid reflux symptoms.

GERD and Alcohol: Which Drinks Are Worst and How to Manage

Alcohol is a common GERD trigger, but some drinks are worse than others. Learn which to avoid, which are better tolerated, and tips for drinking socially with acid reflux.

Acid Reflux During Pregnancy: Causes, Relief, and What

Pregnancy heartburn is incredibly common. Learn why acid reflux happens during pregnancy, which remedies are safe, and practical tips for relief in every trimester.

GERD and Weight Loss: How Losing Weight Can Reduce Acid Reflux

Excess weight is one of the strongest risk factors for GERD. Learn how even modest weight loss helps, and how to lose weight without making reflux worse.

GERD Medications Explained: PPIs, H2 Blockers, and Antacids

Confused by all the acid reflux medications? Learn how PPIs, H2 blockers, and antacids work, their side effects, and which one might be right for your GERD.

When to See a Doctor for Acid Reflux: Warning Signs You Shouldn

Not all acid reflux can be managed at home. Learn the warning signs that mean it

Exercise and GERD: How to Work Out Without Triggering Acid Reflux

Exercise can make GERD worse — or better. Learn which workouts trigger acid reflux, which ones help, and how to stay active without the burn.

GERD and Sleep Apnea: The Hidden Connection Between Acid Reflux and Sleep

GERD and sleep apnea frequently occur together and make each other worse. Learn about the bidirectional relationship and how treating one can improve the other.

GERD and Anxiety: How They Feed Each Other and How to Break the Cycle

Anxiety and GERD are deeply connected. Learn how they create a vicious cycle, why your brain and gut are linked, and practical ways to break free from both.

15 Foods That Actually Help With Acid Reflux (and Why They Work)

Not all food is the enemy. These 15 foods can actually soothe acid reflux and reduce GERD symptoms. Learn what to eat more of and the science behind why it helps.

GERD Trigger Foods: How to Find Your Personal Triggers

Learn how to identify the specific foods that trigger your acid reflux symptoms. A practical guide to food journaling, elimination diets, and pattern tracking for GERD management.

Natural Acid Reflux Remedies: What Actually Works for GERD

Explore evidence-based natural remedies for acid reflux and GERD. From dietary changes and lifestyle adjustments to herbal options, learn what can help manage your symptoms naturally.

GERD Diet Guide: What to Eat and What to Avoid

A comprehensive guide to eating with GERD. Learn which foods are generally safe, which common triggers to watch for, and how to build meals that minimize acid reflux symptoms.

GERD vs Heartburn: Understanding the Difference

Heartburn and GERD are often used interchangeably, but they

Nighttime GERD: 7 Practical Tips to Stop Acid Reflux at Night

Struggling with acid reflux at night? These evidence-based strategies can help you reduce nighttime symptoms and get better sleep.

Stress and Acid Reflux: How Stress Triggers GERD and What to Do

How stress affects GERD symptoms and what you can do about it. Understanding the gut-brain connection and practical strategies for stress-related reflux.

GERD-Friendly Meals: Recipes and Tips That Actually Taste Good

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Silent Reflux (LPR): Symptoms, Causes, and How to Manage It

Not all acid reflux causes heartburn. Learn about laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR), its unique symptoms, and how tracking can help you identify and manage silent reflux.