Acid Reflux Relief: Best Foods, GERD Diet & Safe Treatments

Managing acid reflux and GERD involves a combination of safe dietary choices, such as apples and oatmeal, and identifying triggers like specific fruits. Quick relief methods like DGL licorice and baking soda can alleviate stomach burning.

Can Stress Cause Acid Reflux?

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Lauren Ditzian

The Society of Thoracic Surgeons reports that an estimated 10 to 20 million people in the U.S. suffer from chronic acid reflux, known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Many others have occasional reflux that typically manifests as heartburn.

Lauren Ditzian, LMFT, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Northern California. Originally from Madison, CT, Ditzian studied philosophy at Brown University and earned a master's degree in somatic psychology at The California Institute of Integral Studies in San Francisco. For the last four years she has worked at expressive arts centers and community mental health agencies in Northern California.