What to Drink for Acid Reflux? A Guide to Beverages that Help and Harm

BY TEAM FOURTH FRONTIER DESK

Acid reflux occurs when stomach acid repeatedly flows back into the tube connecting your mouth and stomach (esophagus).

Water is essential to the body's healthy functioning and might aid digestion. Maintaining proper hydration ensures that food is properly absorbed by the digestive system, decreasing acid reflux after meals.

Ginger tea: Ginger can help reduce symptoms of many gastrointestinal complaints, including acid reflux and bloating.

Do not drink juices made from citrus fruits, like oranges or grapefruits, which are highly acidic, and worsen acid reflux. (Source: medicalnewstoday)

Eating and drinking fruits and vegetables like aloe vera, celery, carrot, cantaloupe and honeydew melon fruit helps to reduce acid reflux.

Cow’s milk is hard to digest and increases stomach acid. A good alternative is a plant-based milk like soy milk, flax milk, cashew milk, coconut milk, oat milk and almond milk. (Source:healthline)

Unsweetened coconut water can be another excellent option for people with acid reflux. This is a good source of helpful electrolytes, such as potassium. It also promotes pH balance within the body, which is crucial for managing acid reflux.

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