Ep. 6: Best Foods for GERD, LPR, and Acid Reflux Relief: What to Eat to Heal
The Reflux Revolution Podcast by Molly PelletierShow Notes
Welcome back to the Reflux Revolution Podcast—your trusted space for natural acid reflux relief, GERD nutrition strategies, and LPR support. I’m Molly Pelletier, MS, RD, a registered dietitian and reflux specialist who’s been through this journey myself. If you’re overwhelmed by conflicting advice on what to eat for reflux, you’re not alone. In this episode, we shift the conversation from fear-based food rules to healing nourishment. You’ll walk away with a toolkit of reflux-friendly foods and meal-building strategies that support your gut, reduce inflammation, and move you closer to long-lasting relief. 🎯 What You’ll Learn in Episode 6: • The top healing foods for acid reflux and LPR • How to reduce food fear and build meals that feel safe • Surprising nutrition tips for soothing the gut lining • Why bananas, melons, and almond milk can support healing • The role of fiber, protein, and omega-3s in symptom relief • Functional foods like slippery elm, fennel seeds, and papaya • How to structure reflux-friendly meals that are actually satisfying
Whether you’re navigating chronic GERD, LPR, or silent reflux—this episode offers practical guidance and a reminder that food can be part of the solution, not the enemy.
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