My Acid Reflux Coach - Some herbal teas may trigger GERD?

Post written by: My Acid Reflux Coach

Did you know some herbal teas may trigger GERD? 🍵

☕ Remember, herbs can have multiple different effects on your system. Although they may stimulate digestion, reduce inflammation, or be mucoprotective, some herbs may also relax the lower esophageal sphincter and make acid reflux worse.

Carminative herbs are a type of herb that may relax the lower esophageal sphincter allowing for more acid reflux. Some carminative herbs that I see commonly used to help with chronic heartburn include but may actually be making it worse for some people are:

1. Anise seed
2. Caraway
3. Fennel
4. Ginger
5. Lemon Balm
6. Licorice
7. Oregano and Parsley
8. Peppermint

Other carminative herbs you may be using in your everyday cooking include:

1. Rosemary
2. Sage
3. Garlic and Onion
4. Thyme
5. Pepper
6. Cardomon
7. Basil
8. Cumin
9. Cinnamon and Nutmeg
10. Mustard

But remember that the cause of your gastroesophageal reflux disease may not be a faulty lower esophageal sphincter (LES). For many people, the above herbs may help their GERD.

Listen to your body. 👂👂

For more information and a larger list of herbs that may affect the LES see: https://nextooze.com/carminative-herbs-relax-lower-esophageal-sphincter-worsening-acid-reflux/

Post written by: My Acid Reflux Coach