26/11/2025
Did you know that acid reflux occurs when your stomach contents flow back into the oesophagus. This is not necessarily due to their being too much acid but can be due to an issue with the Lower Oesophageal Sphincter.
This ring of muscle at the base of the oesophagus opens to allow the foods we swallow to enter the stomach and should close to contain the stomach contents until we next swallow. This muscle can be damaged - as seen with a hiatus hernia - but can also be affected by diet and lifestyle too.
Foods like chocolate, as well as coffee and alcohol all cause the muscle to relax making it easier for reflux to occur. Avoiding these foods especially close to bedtime can help reduce your reflux symptoms.
If you suffer with acid reflux and want some help to take control pop the word REFLUX in the comments.