Food 3: Green Vegetables
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When it comes to GERD, green vegetables are akin to nature’s antacids. Their low-acidity and high alkaline nature work wonders for those experiencing acid reflux. Imagine the relief of dousing a fire with water; that’s what these greens do to the burning sensation of reflux.
The science behind this is simple. Vegetables such as broccoli, spinach, and kale have an inherent alkaline profile. In the stomach’s acidic environment, these alkaline properties help neutralize excess stomach acid. This balance reduces the chances of acid spewing back up into the esophagus, one of the primary culprits of those unsettling GERD symptoms.(3)
