A brief education on diet and the basics of acid reflux is usually given to patients on diagnosis. The management related to acid reflux correlates to the foods we eat and the activities that we are involved in. It is very challenging to be compliant with any diet and to change our habits; However, many of us desire to review, from time to time, and comply when we realize the effects foods and activities have had on our daily lives and sleep patterns. I hope this review helpful.
Gastric Reflux
Many patients with chronic lung disorders too have gastric reflux. Irritating acidic stomach juices leak out of the stomach and in the throat and esophagus, causing heartburn. The irritation results in muscle spasms in the throat Common symptoms include frequent throat clearing, excessive mucous and soreness in the throat. Some patients have reflux with minimal symptoms.
The following are suggestions to help in neutralizing the stomach acid, and less than production of acid, and prevent acid from coming from the esophagus. Medical advice Please consult your doctor if you have any questions.
Activities:
No exercises 2 hours before sleep
Do not bend from the waist to tie shoes Better to sit and extend legs, bending at the knees
When doing chores, such as loading washing machine, bend from the knees, rather than bending from the waist.
No downward dog yoga poses 2 hours before bed.
Clothing that fits tightly across the midsection.
Stress can worsen reflux symptoms; practice relaxation strategies such as meditation, exercise or yoga
Evening:
No more than 10 oz of fluids after 6pm. Avoid eating 2-3 hours before lying down
This includes anything that can turn to liquid, such as ice cream or yogurt. The bacteria in the stomach can become aspirated to the lungs in a liquid consistency.
Head of bed raised 30-45 degrees, hips to shoulder level by purchasing plastic bed lifts. You can find them for almost $ 10.00 and they are easy to assemble
Or
Placing cinder blocks, wood or special cones under the bed. The desired elevation ranges from 4-11 inches, with 8 being the average.
Pile 2-3 pillows under head and shoulders Place another pillow under the thighs so that the body is in a position to stop Wedge pillows also help
Sleeping on your back is the best, left side is second best, never on your stomach or right side.
Gastric Reflux
Many patients with chronic lung disorders too have gastric reflux. Irritating acidic stomach juices leak out of the stomach and in the throat and esophagus, causing heartburn. The irritation results in muscle spasms in the throat Common symptoms include frequent throat clearing, excessive mucous and soreness in the throat. Some patients have reflux with minimal symptoms.
The following are suggestions to help in neutralizing the stomach acid, and less than production of acid, and prevent acid from coming from the esophagus. Medical advice Please consult your doctor if you have any questions.
Activities:
No exercises 2 hours before sleep
Do not bend from the waist to tie shoes Better to sit and extend legs, bending at the knees
When doing chores, such as loading washing machine, bend from the knees, rather than bending from the waist.
No downward dog yoga poses 2 hours before bed.
Clothing that fits tightly across the midsection.
Stress can worsen reflux symptoms; practice relaxation strategies such as meditation, exercise or yoga
Evening:
No more than 10 oz of fluids after 6pm. Avoid eating 2-3 hours before lying down
This includes anything that can turn to liquid, such as ice cream or yogurt. The bacteria in the stomach can become aspirated to the lungs in a liquid consistency.
Head of bed raised 30-45 degrees, hips to shoulder level by purchasing plastic bed lifts. You can find them for almost $ 10.00 and they are easy to assemble
Or
Placing cinder blocks, wood or special cones under the bed. The desired elevation ranges from 4-11 inches, with 8 being the average.
Pile 2-3 pillows under head and shoulders Place another pillow under the thighs so that the body is in a position to stop Wedge pillows also help
Sleeping on your back is the best, left side is second best, never on your stomach or right side.
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