Do apples help acid reflux?

Apples are a good source of calcium, magnesium, and potassium. It’s thought that these alkalizing minerals may help relieve symptoms of acid reflux. Acid reflux occurs when stomach acid rises into the esophagus. read more

Apples for acid reflux. Many nutrional therapist claim that apples act as a natural antacid and list them into a category of 'alkaline forming foods'. That is a strange assumption, since apples contain a strong acid, called 'malic acid'. read more

Many people believe that eating apples can alleviate acid reflux symptoms. Photo Credit: mythja/iStock/Getty Images Gastroesophogeal Reflux Disease (GERD), also known as Acid Reflux or "heartburn," is a common problem affecting 10 to 20 percent of the population in the United States. read more