Eating Well: The 6 Best Foods That Can Help Alleviate Acid Reflux

By Jenny McCoy
Published on April 14, 2023

Eating these specific items may reduce that painful burn.

Experiencing acid reflux is not pleasant. In some cases, it’s downright painful. Though it’s common to have occasional reflux, some people have it on a more regular basis. In fact, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, about 20% of people in the United States have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Reflux is also known as heartburn or indigestion.

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These high-acid foods add acid to the stomach and increase the likelihood of irritation, says Maya Feller, M.S., RD, a New York-based registered dietitian.

Just as certain foods may trigger acid reflux, others can assuage the condition.”What works for one may not work for all,” caveats Feller. “But generally, we encourage folks to consume low-acid foods.” Foods that are higher in pH are lower in acid. Generally, the pH of a food isn’t listed on the label, so it can be difficult to determine this. Both Feller and Berookim recommend the following options:

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