Dr. Jamie Koufman, Respiratory Reflux Expert

07/31/2025

Tune in on Wednesday, August 6th at 12 noon EST for Dr. Koufman's Reflux Hour! This month, we will be discussing Acid Reflux & Medical Misdiagnoses. Please post your questions below or send a DM. See you there!

07/28/2025

The gut microbiome—made up of bacteria, viruses, and fungi—plays a vital role in overall health. When unbalanced, it can lead to digestive, inflammatory, autoimmune, and even mental health issues.

Acid reflux can damage the microbiome, allowing harmful microbes like Candida to thrive and worsening symptoms. It may also trigger inflammation and weaken the digestive barrier.

While PPIs (like Nexium or Prilosec) ease symptoms, they can further disrupt gut balance. Poor diet and lifestyle habits often drive both reflux and microbiome imbalance.

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Discover how gut health and acid reflux are deeply connected—and what steps you can take to restore balance, reduce symptoms, and support long-term healing.

07/22/2025

A clean diet helps prevent acid reflux, but it’s not enough on its own. Even healthy foods can trigger reflux if they’re acidic, fatty, or poorly timed.

Common triggers include citrus, chocolate, alcohol, carbonated drinks, and large or late meals. Prevention requires mindful eating habits and lifestyle changes.

For those with reflux, treatment may involve dietary shifts, lifestyle adjustments, and medications like famotidine or alginates.

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Even a clean, organic diet can lead to acid reflux. Learn the surprising reasons why—and what to do to prevent or manage respiratory reflux symptoms.

07/15/2025

Teen reflux is often missed because it shows up as throat, voice, or breathing issues—not just heartburn. It's frequently mistaken for asthma, allergies, or anxiety. Teens are especially at risk due to habits like late-night eating, fast food, soda, poor posture, and stress. Symptoms include throat clearing, hoarseness, post-nasal drip, and congestion. A 4-week detox with targeted lifestyle changes can help reverse symptoms and prevent future problems.

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Learn why acid reflux in teenagers is often missed, how to recognize hidden symptoms, and what lifestyle changes can help reverse it—no meds required.

07/08/2025

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On this month's Reflux Hour, Dr. Koufman discusses the signs and symptoms of silent reflux. Subscribe & get weekly blogs delivered straight to your inbox! 💻...

07/08/2025

Reflux in children often presents as respiratory reflux, without heartburn, and may mimic asthma or chronic cough, hoarseness, noisy breathing, and trouble inhaling, especially after meals or at night.

Many cases (mis-) diagnosed as asthma may be reflux, especially if symptoms don’t improve with inhalers. Asthma affects exhalation, while reflux-related breathing issues typically affect inhalation.

Simple diet and lifestyle changes can often manage and heal reflux without relying on medication.

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Reflux in children is often mistaken for asthma. Learn how to recognize the symptoms and manage reflux naturally—without long-term medication.

07/02/2025

How Do I Know If I Have Silent Reflux?

06/30/2025

Holiday indulgences like hot dogs, beer, and late meals can trigger reflux—especially for those with symptoms. Just one heavy holiday can cause lasting issues. Opt for lighter meals, avoid carbonation, and eat earlier to prevent a flare. 🌭🇺🇸

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Acid reflux and July 4th don’t always go well together. Learn how to enjoy the holiday more safely—and avoid triggering a new reflux flare.

06/25/2025

Tune in one week from today for Dr. K's Reflux Hour. The topic is "How Do I Know I Have Silent Reflux?" - please comment your questions below or send us a DM!

06/18/2025

Esophageal dysmotility occurs when the esophagus cannot move food or liquid effectively due to weak or disordered muscle contractions.

Dysmotility is often treated as a primary disorder, but in many cases, the true cause is chronic reflux (GERD or LPR).

Reflux-driven inflammation disrupts normal esophageal function, leading to a cycle of worsening motility.

When reflux is properly treated and the esophagus is allowed to heal, motility often returns — sometimes even after complete loss. Learn more about this on my newest blog: https://jamiekoufman.com/heal-reflux-to-treat-esophageal-dysmotility/

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06/10/2025

What causes acid reflux? A weak lower esophageal sphincter (LES) is often the starting point.

Foods, medications, and habits can relax the LES, leading to symptoms of acid reflux.

LES dysfunction is usually reversible once common triggers are removed.

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Discover what causes acid reflux—how foods, medications, and habits can weaken the lower esophageal sphincter and lead to reflux.