Milk or yogurt

“One of the reasons we’re symptomatic with acid reflux is because it causes damage to the lining of the esophagus”, says Nipaporn Pichetshote, M.D., a gastroenterology specialist in Los Angeles affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. “Milk and yogurt coat the esophagus so you don’t feel that acid irritating that lining”.

Reaching for a serving of dairy when your acid reflux flares up may help ease the burning and calm your stomach. For quick relief from heartburn, scientists have discovered that milk acts as an antacid and helps neutralize stomach acid. Low-fat milk and yogurt are better options than high-fat ones since they speed up digestion and lessen acid reflux. Sugary foods can also make you feel worse, so avoid flavored dairy products that typically have a lot of added sugar and choose instead for plain milk and yogurt.