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Greasy, high-fat foods can take up to 6 hours to digest, potentially disrupting sleep and exacerbating reflux symptoms when lying down.

Ensure patient safety and treatment efficacy with awareness of the recent recall of omeprazole and sodium bicarbonate powder, essential for treating critical gastrointestinal conditions.

This recent cohort study shows that the incidence rate of oesophageal adenocarcinoma in non-erosive GERD patients aligns closely with the general population. Consider revisiting your endoscopic monitoring protocols based on these findings.

A recent study found that patients who used proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) for more than 4.4 years had a 33% higher risk of developing dementia during the follow-up period.

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Johns Hopkins assembled this list of not just foods that contribute to symptomatic chronic reflux, but also of foods that can reduce and prevent reflux. The former includes some obvious suspects such as pizza and potato chips, with high fiber foods, watery treats, and alkaline snacks making up the preventative, providing your patients with some tasty and sensible replacements.