ERBIL, Kurdistan Region (Kurdistan 24) – Acid reflux occurs when stomach acid rises toward the throat, often causing heartburn. If this condition persists, it may indicate gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD).
Common symptoms of acid reflux include a burning sensation in the chest, a sour taste in the mouth, persistent hiccups, a hoarse voice, bad breath, nausea, and stomach bloating.
Professor Vladimir Popov, Managing Director at the Russian Academy of Sciences and an expert in bioeconomy and biotechnology, emphasizes the importance of including grains in our diet. Foods such as bulgur wheat, brown rice, carrots, beetroot, courgette, spinach, broccoli, and various beans, along with other vegetables and fruits, are highly beneficial.
Fatty foods, high salt content, and spicy dishes are often linked to heartburn. Examples include fatty meats, fast food, chips, pizza, smoked sausages, spicy seasonings, tomatoes, alcohol, and hot sauces.
Additional factors contributing to acid reflux include obesity, pregnancy, stress and anxiety, hormonal imbalances, and certain medications like pain relievers and anti-inflammatory drugs. Other foods that may trigger heartburn are exotic or sour fruits, coffee, carbonated beverages, garlic, onions, grapes, chocolate, sweets, and sour foods. Foods high in fiber can help people feel full longer, reducing the risk of overeating and preventing heartburn.
Popov also suggests that eating raw vegetables, such as cauliflower, celery, bananas, and walnuts, can help alleviate stomach acid reflux.
Exercise plays a crucial role in managing acid reflux symptoms. According to Popov, it is one of the best preventive measures and treatments for this condition. He also recommends avoiding drinking water, tea, or coffee immediately after meals.
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