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Treatment Options for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

Lifestyle Modifications for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

Lifestyle modifications represent the first-line of treatment for patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Specific lifestyle changes recommended for patients with GERD include:

Weight loss for obese GERD patients
Smoking cessation for those GERD patients who smoke
Avoiding certain foods and beverages that can worsen symptoms of GERD (e.g., tomato sauce; peppermint; coffee/tea; alcohol)
Avoiding excercising or lying down for 2-3 hours after eating
Elevating the head of the bed while sleeping
Avoiding constipation
Avoiding tight-fitting garments

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