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Nothing can throw your day off more than disruptive stomach issues, especially for those who are suffering from GERD. It’s difficult to move through your day gracefully when you feel like your stomach is on fire.
Over the counter proton-pump inhibitors may quell your symptoms temporarily, but one of the best ways to treat GERD is through nutrition. Here’s how eating a well-balanced, vegan diet can help relieve acid reflux symptoms.
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1. What is GERD?
Gastroesophageal reflux disease, commonly referred to as GERD or acid reflux, is a common stomach condition afflicting 10-20% of the western population. This condition is ongoing and causes the contents of your stomach to resurge into the esophagus.