You may find yourself suffering more from acid reflux in the summer months, which can be a natural occurrence. It may be more difficult eating when certain foods trigger your symptoms more in the scorching summer months. You now find yourself asking, is there any food which won’t give me heartburn? Fear not, here are six top foods that can help you fight your acidity this summer.
Green veggies: really effective in fighting off heartburn in the summer. Try to eat lots of greens, such as spinach, broccoli, green beans, and asparagus, throughout the summer to prevent your acidity levels increasing.
Ginger: great ingredient that has been used for many years to treat gastrointestinal problems. Ginger is a versatile ingredient, meaning it can be used raw, peeled, or cooked.
Salads: a great way to eat a healthy meal without feeling too heavy and can be digested quickly. However, make sure to eliminate tomatoes, onions, cheese and dressings high in fat.
Bananas: great at neutralizing the excess acid in your stomach, due to their PH value. However, make sure you test this ingredient first as bananas may not work for everyone.
Capsicum: alkalizing ingredient and has anti-bacterial properties that can help reduce your heartburn. An easy ingredient to add to salads or as a side dish of roasted vegetables.
Summer can be a very tempting time to overindulge in lots of treats, such as ice cream, hot dogs, and highly fatty foods, all which can trigger heartburn. Try to incorporate the mentioned ingredients into your diet this summer to avoid heartburn.
If your heartburn is consistent for a while and nothing has worked, make an appointment with Dr. Darido today.