What is the cause of reflux and how can we prevent it?

It is estimated that in Peru around 40% of the adult population suffers from gastroesophageal reflux, pathology that causes heartburn, bad breath, acidity, chest burn, sleep disorders, larynx irritation, hoarseness, among other symptoms

Some advice to follow

• Follow a balanced diet. Add fruits and vegetables to your daily menu and reduce greasy food, very spicy food and citric
• Avoid tobacco and excess of chocolate
• Reduce alcohol intake, caffeinated drinks or carbonated drinks
• Respect your meals schedule. Have breakfast, lunch and dinner at the appropriate time
• If you have a sedentary lifestyle, start doing any physical activity
• If you have dinner very late, try to wait two hours before going to bed
• Avoid stress because it is very related to reflux

Dr. Julio Cachay
Internist at Clínica Ricardo Palma