GERD Management: Symptoms, Side Effects & Trigger Foods

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Diet for Barrett's Esophagus

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Michele Turcotte, MS, RD

Barrett's esophagus occurs when changes develop in the tissue that lines the lower part of the esophagus, where the stomach and esophagus meet. The condition usually develops as a result of repeated damage from longstanding gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD.

Michele Turcotte is a registered, licensed dietitian, and a certified personal trainer with the National Academy of Sports Medicine. She has more than 12 years of experience in clinical and corporate settings, and has extensive experience in one-on-one diet counseling and meal planning. She has written freelance food and nutrition articles for Trouve Publishing Inc. since 2004.