Acid reflux can cause considerable discomfort. It may feel like heartburn, but it is not the same thing. Heartburn can be very uncomfortable, but acid reflux can actually cause damage to your esophagus, which is a type of muscle situated at just above your stomach. Here are my top 3 acid reflux foods to avoid...

1. Avoid all fatty foods. Hamburgers and hotdogs may taste great, but they will only aggravate the situation. And we all know just how unhealthy they are in any case!

2. Avoid certain vegetables. I know we tend to think of vegetable as good for us, and usually they are. But things like Brussel sprouts, cauliflower, onions, broccoli, and cabbage should all be avoided.

3. Avoid caffeine. It's to be found in coffee and tea, and certain sodas as well. Read all labels if in doubt. Taking caffeine will cause gastric acid secretion, and that will lead to acid reflux.

Three other tips which don't involve eating: Don't overeat. Have small meals. This allows the stomach to work more efficiently. Lift up the head of your bed. I don't mean use extra pillows --raise the height of the head of the bed by placing something solid about six inches high underneath the top two feet. Do not lie down and rest after meals. This could bring on an attack.

Learn the acid reflux foods to avoid, and do these three other things, and you will know much greater comfort! Acid reflux can be misery is not attended to. Now you can.