5. Citrus fruits/juices
Speaking of foods that are overly acidic, we’ve already gone over many of them in this article – but what about citrus fruits? These are such a big problem to GERD sufferers that it deserves a separate section on its own. The class known as citrus encompasses several types of fruits and vegetables including oranges and lemons – and all of these should best be avoided.
They add to the stomach acid that’s already in the stomach, and can only burn your already-sensitive insides further. It’s not limited to just consuming the fruit, but also any derivatives thereof – including the flavorings that you might find in candies. The same is true for fruit juice, and you should avoid any overly acidic juices at the same time – including, of course, orange juice. Switch to something more neutral like an apple if you have GERD and you need to find some relief from your symptoms.