Can weight loss help with GERD?

    Last Updated: October 25, 2023

    Weight loss is one of the primary recommendations for overweight patients with GERD, and there is consistent evidence that weight loss significantly improves symptoms of GERD.[1][2]

    References

    1. ^Ness-Jensen E, Hveem K, El-Serag H, Lagergren JLifestyle Intervention in Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease.Clin Gastroenterol Hepatol.(2016-Feb)
    2. ^Badillo R, Francis DDiagnosis and treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease.World J Gastrointest Pharmacol Ther.(2014-Aug-06)