Gastritis, heartburn, heartburn, and gastroesophageal reflux are common digestive conditions that affect the quality of life for millions of people. These disorders can cause pain, burning, swelling, discomfort, and even interfere with sleep and daily eating.
One of the keys to alleviating and preventing these symptoms is to take care of what we eat. Some foods directly irritate the gastric mucosa or relax the lower esophageal sphincter, facilitating reflux. Therefore, it is essential to know what to avoid and what to consume to protect your digestive system.
12 foods you should avoid if you suffer from gastritis, heartburn or reflux
Avoiding these foods can make a big difference in your daily well-being.
1. Coffee and caffeinated beverages
Coffee, even decaffeinated, stimulates acid secretion in the stomach and can worsen gastric irritation.
2. Alcoholic beverages
Alcohol damages the gastric mucosa, promotes inflammation, and can aggravate reflux by relaxing the sphincter that separates the stomach from the esophagus.
3. Citrus and acidic juices
Orange, lemon, grapefruit and their juices are highly acidic and can irritate an already sensitive gastric mucosa.
4. Tomato and derived products (sauces, ketchup)
Although healthy for many people, tomatoes have high natural acidity and often aggravate heartburn and reflux.
5. Chocolate
It contains caffeine and other substances that relax the esophageal sphincter, facilitating the passage of acidic content into the esophagus.
6. Fried and fatty foods
Fats slow down digestion and increase pressure in the stomach, promoting reflux and worsening gastritis.
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