15/11/2025
🔥 Struggling With Reflux? Here’s What You Need to Know
Reflux isn’t just uncomfortable, it can affect your sleep, appetite, mood, and overall quality of life.
But the good news? Most cases can be greatly improved by understanding the root cause and supporting the digestive system naturally.
❗ Why Reflux Happens
Reflux occurs when stomach acid moves upwards into the oesophagus. But contrary to popular belief, this often happens because of too little stomach acid, not too much.
Common triggers include:
🍽️ Eating large meals or eating too quickly
⚠️ Low stomach acid (very common in stressed adults)
🧠 Stress and high cortisol levels
🍷 Alcohol, caffeine, spicy or acidic foods
🛏️ Lying down too soon after eating
💊 Certain medications
🦠 Gut imbalances, SIBO, or slow digestion
🧈 High-fat or processed foods
🤰 Pregnancy or pressure on the stomach
When digestion is slow or weak, food ferments and pushes acid upward — that burning feeling you know too well.
💚 How to Heal Reflux Naturally
1️⃣ Support stomach acid production
A splash of apple cider vinegar in warm water before meals
Bitter foods (rocket, chicory, dandelion)
Avoid drinking large amounts of water with meals
2️⃣ Eat smaller, slower meals
Chew well and avoid overeating — it’s one of the biggest triggers.
3️⃣ Identify trigger foods
Common offenders: citrus, tomatoes, onions, chocolate, caffeine, alcohol, and fried foods.
4️⃣ Improve gut motility
Reflux is often linked to sluggish digestion. Probiotics, fibre, and gentle movement after eating can help.
5️⃣ Reduce stress levels
Stress = weakened digestion.
Deep breathing, gentle walking, journaling, or magnesium can all support calmer digestion.
6️⃣ Elevate your upper body at night
A slight incline helps keep acid down while you sleep.
✨ Reflux doesn’t have to control your life.
Support your digestion, strengthen your gut, and feel the difference.
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