What type(s) of foods should be avoided in a patient with GERD because it(they) decrease(s) LES pressure?

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Peppermint is known to decrease the lower esophageal sphincter pressure, contributing to the development of esophageal reflux.High-acid foods may cause pain in the esophagus when it is already inflamed.Milk, yogurt, and high-protein foods may temporarily buffer gastric secretions, but they also stimulate the secretion of gastrin, pepsin, and acid.

What Type(s) of Foods Should Be Avoided in a Patient