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GERD It is a disease caused by the rise of stomach acid into the esophagus. This condition causes discomfort and can lead to serious complications if left untreated. Following habit which can trigger GERD.
In addition to medication, people with GERD need to pay attention to certain habits. The reason is, there are a number of habits that unknowingly trigger GERD symptoms, both stomach acid turning back which then causes heartburn.
The following habits can trigger GERD.
1. Eating too fast
You’ve tried to avoid foods that trigger GERD including foods that are too spicy or sour. But still there is a burning sensation in the chest aka heartburn. If this is the case, it is very possible that you are eating too fast.
The habit of eating too fast makes it difficult for the digestive system to function properly. This can trigger heartburn.
As reported Very Well HealthThere are some tips to help get used to eating more slowly, such as putting a spoon and fork between eating and chewing, chewing food longer for example in a count of 20, and taking small pieces of food rather than large pieces in one ‘hap’.
2. Overeating
Incredible hunger triggers self to take more food portions. You eat with such enthusiasm that more than two plates of rice are gone. Though usually a plate is enough.
In fact, when you eat too much, the stomach expands and presses the lower esophageal sphincter (LES). As a result, heartburn occurs.
3. Lie down after eating
GERD is closely related to food. After eating, you should not get used to lying down or lying down. When lying down or lying down, the position of the stomach and esophagus is parallel to allow stomach acid to reverse.
After eating, stay in a sitting position or sit by leaning on a pile of pillows so that your back can still relax without triggering reflux. If you want to lie down, you should wait 2-3 hours after eating.
Check out other habits that can trigger GERD on the following page.
