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16. Drinking Water

Choosing water over other beverages, like carbonated drinks, tea, or coffee, can prevent reflux, but there are other reasons drinking water can help. Some research shows that drinking frequent small sips of water is beneficial. When eating, this practice can help dilute your food and improve gut motility.

Big gulps may have the opposite effect, taking up more space in the stomach and increasing pressure, which may worsen reflux, especially during a large meal.

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