How to Use acid reflux in a Sentence

acid reflux

noun
  • As a singer, few things scare me more than acid reflux.
    — Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025
  • As a singer, few things scare me more than acid reflux.
    — Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025
  • As a singer, few things scare me more than acid reflux.
    — Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
  • This could be due to acid reflux or gassiness.
    — Sarah Scott, Parents, 4 Dec. 2025
  • The effects of dairy on acid reflux are unclear.
    — Merve Ceylan, Health, 9 Nov. 2025
  • Some people should avoid oxymel, such as those with acid reflux or a stomach ulcer.
    — Julia Ries Wexler, Health, 7 Nov. 2025
  • Keep in mind that the fat in regular milk can actually make acid reflux worse.
    — Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 4 Sep. 2025
  • The drugs include those for mental health conditions, high blood pressure, and acid reflux.
    — Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 20 Nov. 2025
  • They're used to reduce stomach acid and treat heartburn, acid reflux, and stomach ulcers.
    — Amber Brenza, Health, 24 Apr. 2026
  • Alan points to the TrumpRx cost of acid reflux drug Protonix, which starts at $200.
    — Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 10 Feb. 2026
  • Consider Protonix, a drug from Pfizer used to treat acid reflux.
    — Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 6 Feb. 2026
  • After an acid reflux pill couldn’t soothe the fiery feeling, her husband suggested a trip to the emergency room.
    — Caleb Hellerman, CNN Money, 20 Apr. 2026
  • Ginger might help if your acid reflux symptoms are related to nausea or vomiting.
    — Patricia Weiser, Verywell Health, 22 Sep. 2025
  • Some people find acid reflux relief from dietary supplements.
    — Patricia Weiser, Verywell Health, 22 Sep. 2025
  • Coffee can increase acid production—which can lead to nausea, acid reflux, and an upset stomach.
    — Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 10 Feb. 2026
  • Remaining upright for two to three hours after eating can also improve acid reflux.
    — Daryl Austin, USA Today, 15 Mar. 2026
  • For instance, people prone to acid reflux or migraines sometimes find that chocolate can trigger symptoms.
    — Daryl Austin, USA Today, 27 June 2026
  • Eating spicy foods can also trigger symptoms in people with acid reflux and gastritis.
    — Merve Ceylan, Health, 19 Feb. 2026
  • Drinking too much water before bed can lead to acid reflux and the need to use the bathroom in the middle of the night, both of which can disrupt your sleep.
    — Angelica Bottaro, Verywell Health, 22 June 2026
  • But Moskovitz says there are short-term side effects to consider like bloating, acid reflux, and poor sleep due to the caffeine content.
    — Korin Miller, SELF, 17 Nov. 2025
  • More than 5% also complained of abdominal pain, acid reflux, headache and dizziness.
    — Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2026
  • Limiting nighttime eating also can help prevent acid reflux.
    — Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 8 June 2026
  • Some people find that drinking it on an empty stomach, such as before breakfast, can also lead to digestive upset or acid reflux.
    — Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 4 Sep. 2025
  • Some people find that drinking it on an empty stomach, such as before breakfast, can also lead to digestive upset or acid reflux.
    — Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 20 Jan. 2026
  • However, high doses of turmeric in turmeric shots can cause acid reflux, stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting.
    — Emmanuella Ogbonna, Health, 13 Nov. 2025
  • Klinger cautions against drinking coffee on an empty stomach, which can irritate the stomach lining and lead to acid reflux or bloating.
    — Embry Roberts, Martha Stewart, 25 Apr. 2026
  • Digestive issues—like constipation, acid reflux, or bloating—are more common with age.
    — Fran Kritz, Verywell Health, 15 Sep. 2025
  • Untreated, acid reflux can cause permanent damage to the esophagus.
    — Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 4 Sep. 2025
  • For some people, lemon water can increase acid reflux and interact with certain medications.
    — Mary Nolan-Pleckham, Verywell Health, 3 Dec. 2025
  • People with sensitive stomachs, ulcers, or acid reflux may want to eat oranges earlier in the day or with other foods to avoid discomfort.
    — Merve Ceylan, Health, 13 Jan. 2026

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