An estimated 20% of Americans suffer from GERD, a chronic form of acid reflux that goes beyond occasional heartburn. GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, can be more common among older people ...

The GERD diet encourages simple changes to reduce reflux, like eating smaller, more frequent meals and choosing foods that are easier on the stomach. Lean proteins such as chicken or fish, cooked ...

Heartburn and acid reflux are common during chemotherapy ("chemo"), caused by cancer drugs subsequently attacking cells of the stomach and esophagus (feeding tube). Symptoms can flare immediately ...