What to drink and avoid by people with Acid Reflux?

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Acid reflux or heartburn is also known as gastroesophageal reflux. People with acid reflux or heartburn do have a burning sensation in their throat and chest which may be quite painful and distressing. It is known that acid is an irritant, thus when there is excess acid in the stomach, it causes the lining of the food pipe to become swollen and this can lead to discomfort.
Drinks to avoid by people with acid reflux
Here are the lists of drinks to desist from in order to prevent acid reflux condition.

Alcohol should be avoided by people with acid reflux at all cost because it has been proven that alcohol further relaxes the valve between the stomach and the food pipe, thereby stimulating the stomach to secrete more acid.
Caffeinated beverage is another drink to be avoided by people with acid reflux. Coffee, tea and soda especially decaf versions of these drinks can help to reduce the symptoms.
Chocolate contains both caffeine and cocoa. Both of these increase the symptoms of acid reflux. Not only chocolate candy, but chocolate in the form of hot cocoa or chocolate milk can also be a trigger. This should be avoided.
Citrus juices made from citrus fruits, like oranges or grapefruits, are high in acid. This can worsen acid reflux and should therefore be avoided.

 
What to drink?
Ginger is a natural stomach soother and it has been proven to decrease the production of stomach acid. Ginger tea with a little honey offers relieve to acid reflux.
Caffeine-free ginger tea with a little honey as sweetener is also recommended.
Yogurt is a dairy product that sometimes decreases the symptoms of acid reflux. People with acid reflux should drink plain yogurt with a little added honey if needed for sweetness.
Milk: low-fat or fat-free varieties of milk can help in minimizing the effect, but high fat content can deteriorate the symptoms. Almond milk can also be effective, because it is alkaline and can neutralize acidity.

 
Useful drinking best practices
It is instructive to note that there are ways that a person drinks beverages that can aggravate or cause acid reflux or heartburn. Here are some good ways to reduce the symptoms:
Drink all through the day to remain hydrated
Avoid drinking large quantities all at once
Do away with late night beverages and snacks
Stay upright after drinking anything

Preventing acid reflux
Shed weight if the need arises
Raise the head of the bed when sleeping
Desist tight-fitting clothing
Stop smoking and alcohol consumption