By following an acid reflux diet you can give your body a break and an opportunity to heal.
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If you’ve found yourself here you’re probably ready to kick your acid reflux for good!
While I was working to get off my daily antacid I followed an acid reflux diet to give my body a chance to heal.
If you’re following my guide on how to get rid of acid reflux in 4 weeks you might be wondering what you should be eating during those 4 weeks.
We know what foods to avoid for acid reflux but in this article, I’ll be sharing delicious soothing foods to eat during your transition off antacids. You won’t need to eat this simply forever, just for a few weeks, and then you’ll be able to add in your regular foods.
After transitioning off your antacids and healing your body from acid reflux you may still have a handful of foods you avoid for long-term maintenance, but in my experience, I can eat sugar, tomatoes, and all my other trigger foods in moderation and not have a problem.
Acid Reflux Diet
During your transition phase, you’ll want to eat a fairly bland diet. Remember, this is only for a few weeks and not forever. Remember to be kind and patient with yourself during this transition, it won’t always be easy but it will get better.
Here’s a list of a few things to focus on:
- Bone Broth (Here’s a link to bone broth packets you can just add to warm water and sip on)
- Broth Based Soups
- Chicken
- Fish
- Tuna
- Eggs
- Beans
- Nuts and seeds (if they don’t bother you)
- Steamed Veggies
- Pumpkin and other squashes
- Potatoes
- Cauliflower
- Fruit smoothies
- Melons
- Bananas
- Avocados
- Oatmeal
- Whole-grain bread
- Brown Rice
- Quinoa
- Ginger
- Honey
- Kefir
- Kombucha
- Chamomile Tea
- Herbal Tea
- Aloe Vera
Examples of Acid Reflux Diets
When I went through my transition I was in college so I focused on pretty simple, cheap meals that I could take to class with me. I also don’t mind eating the same thing every day. So I essentially had a protein shake for breakfast, chicken and veggies for lunch and dinner, and a smoothie for a snack. I was in no way restricting calories, just limiting my selection. If you need more variety here are some other ideas of what you can do.
Breakfast: Oatmeal (overnight oats, low sugar), Eggs (plain, no onions, peppers, or cheese), plant-based protein shakes (best to avoid dairy for a bit), smoothie
Snacks: Fruit, cooked vegetables (no raw veggies)
Lunch/Dinner: Cooked Chicken with rice, Fish, Potatoes, broth-based soups like a chicken noodle or bone broth (not tomato-based), lunch meat with whole wheat crackers
If you’re looking for more recipe ideas be sure to check them out below!
- Acid Reflux Friendly Breakfasts
- Acid Reflux Friendly Lunches
- Acid Reflux Friendly Dinners
- Acid Reflux Friendly Snacks
- Acid Reflux Friendly Smoothies
Acid Reflux Meal Plan
This acid reflux-friendly meal plan is PACKED with meal ideas and recipes to keep you full without triggering your acid reflux. No need to stick to plain chicken and vegetables, this meal plan has so many options especially designed not to trigger your acid reflux.
Inside you’ll find 50 recipes plus even more simple meal ideas for breakfast, lunch, and dinner as well as bonus recipes and ideas for smoothies, snacks, and desserts! Find grab-and-go breakfast options, cold and warm lunch options, and dinner recipes the whole family can enjoy with you. You’ll also find my guide to eating out to ensure you can still enjoy life while healing from acid reflux.
Click Here To Get The Meal Plan
If you have any more questions about what you can eat during your transition or questions about my own transition of antacids feel free to leave a comment below or email me at acidrefluxqueen@gmail.com. I’m in no way a professional but I’m happy to help in any way I can!