GERD diet and acid reflux guides you can use.
Learn about common food triggers, what to order at restaurants, nighttime reflux, and when a symptom needs a clinician—not another internet hack.
New to reflux? Start with the basics.
Learn the difference between occasional reflux and GERD, the symptoms people commonly notice, and why one universal trigger list does not work.
Read GERD basics →Common GERD questions, clearly answered
Each guide is written in plain language, linked to primary health sources, and connected to a useful next read.
GERD basics: what reflux is and why it happens
A plain-language overview of acid reflux and GERD, common symptoms, and practical first steps for getting the right care.
7 min readGERD diet: foods to eat and avoid for acid reflux
Learn what to eat with GERD, which foods are commonly avoided because they may trigger acid reflux, and why portions, preparation, and personal patterns matter.
8 min readEating out with GERD: what to order at restaurants
Find GERD-friendlier restaurant choices using preparation questions, practical swaps, portion strategies, and your personal reflux triggers.
7 min readA practical plan for nighttime reflux
Learn evidence-informed steps for late meals, bed elevation, sleep setup, and when nighttime reflux needs medical attention.
6 min readHow to track reflux triggers without obsessing
Use a simple, time-limited symptom log to identify repeatable GERD trigger patterns while avoiding unnecessary food restriction.
6 min readGERD vs. gastritis: two different conditions
GERD and gastritis are not interchangeable. Learn the basic distinction, why symptoms can overlap, and when to seek medical care.
6 min readWhen reflux symptoms need medical care
Know which reflux symptoms need emergency care, prompt medical evaluation, or a routine appointment with a qualified clinician.
5 min readCheck a specific food next.
Our food library turns common trigger categories into practical food-by-food context.