Acid Reflux Linked To Weight Gain

Heartburn is a very irritating and uncomfortable condition affecting millions of people. Heartburn is one of the symptoms of acid reflux. If you suffer from frequent heartburn, and have been diagnosed as having acid reflux, you should know that there have been a number of studies in recent years that have shown that there is a link between acid reflux and weight gain, even if the person was not originally overweight. As well, there have been studies that have shown that women who gained a few extra pounds were at risk of developing frequent heartburn.

Acid reflux is a medical condition in which the gastric or stomach acids rise up in the esophagus and the esophageal lining becomes damaged due to the high acidity. Even a moderate weight gain increases the risking of developing gastric reflux. The surplus fat builds up in the abdominal region resulting in an increase in stomach pressure. This pressure forces the sphincter muscle that is located between the stomach and esophagus to open which results in acid being able to move upward to the esophagus. It has been found that patients who lose more than 25 pounds of weight will minimize or stop instances of heartburn. Even a small weight decrease can relieve acid reflux symptoms.

The overweight and obese are at a higher risk of developing heartburn. Patients who want to lose weight and reduce acid reflux need to adopt a special acid reflux diet. This includes avoiding whole milk, fatty or fried foods, oils, chocolate, coffee, caffeinated soft drinks, fast foods, citrus fruits and juices, creamed foods, and tea. As well, avoid chewing gum, hard candy, late evening snacks, and eat small portions.

Recommended foods for an acid reflux diet include: vegetables, low-fat milk, fat free yogurt, non citrus fruits, bread, grains, low fat meat such as fish, chicken, and turkey. Avoid sausage, cold cuts, fatty red meats, bacon, and chicken skin and fat.

As you can see, adopting an acid reflux diet is very healthy and will help you lose weight. Because there have been a number of studies indicating that there is a link between acid reflux diet and one's Body mass Index (BMI), people can now reduce or eliminate acid reflux and lose weight at the same time naturally. As well, because the stomach acids work their way up into the esophagus and erodes the esophagus lining, if left untreated, over time one could possibly develop cancer.

If you are one of the many people who have difficulty sticking to a diet on your own, there are specialized weight loss clinics that can provide support and monitor your weight loss and health while you lose the weight naturally. When you lose weight the natural way, you will discover that your overall health and well being are improved. Due to its many health benefits, it just makes sense to lose weight the natural way. Losing weight the natural way is quite easy when you make the commitment to live a healthier life.

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