Plus, the study reported that after participants removed triggering foods for 2 weeks, the percentage that reported heartburn dropped from 93% to 44%
Types of mint, including peppermint and spearmint, may cause heartburn in some people. If you experience heartburn after consuming mint, it’s best to avoid it.
Many people with GERD find that citrus juices, including orange or grapefruit juice, seem to cause acid reflux and heartburn. However, it’s not entirely clear how this happens.
Chocolate may cause heartburn by relaxing the LES. It’s unclear whether cutting out chocolate is beneficial for all people with heartburn, but it may reduce symptoms in some people.
However, one study including people with GERD found that chili capsules increased gastric accommodation, which is when the upper part of the stomach relaxes in response to eating a meal.
However, future studies are needed to determine whether all people with heartburn should consider eliminating or reducing their intake of onions.
Alcohol is a common trigger for GERD symptoms like heartburn, and excessive alcohol consumption is considered a risk factor for GERD.