There is no guaranteed permanent cure for GERD in every case
Lose excess weight
Avoid large meals
Eat smaller meals more often
Do not lie down for 2 to 3 hours after eating
Elevate the head of the bed
Avoid trigger foods if they worsen symptoms
Limit fatty foods
Limit spicy foods
Limit acidic foods
Limit chocolate
Limit caffeine
Limit alcohol
Stop smoking
Avoid tight clothing around the abdomen
Maintain a healthy weight long term
Review medications that may worsen reflux with a doctor
Take prescribed acid-reducing medicines as directed
Consider evaluation for hiatal hernia or other causes
Consider anti-reflux procedures or surgery if symptoms are severe or persistent
See a gastroenterologist for ongoing or frequent symptoms
Seek urgent medical care for chest pain, trouble swallowing, vomiting blood, black stools, or unexplained weight loss