Antonio has severe chronic gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).To reduce his likelihood of developing heartburn,his physician recommended that he

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Overeating can cause the stomach to become too full, leading to pressure on the lower esophageal sphincter and increasing the likelihood of GERD symptoms. Therefore, avoiding overeating during meals is a recommended strategy. Decreasing intake of fruits and vegetables (B) and increasing the intake of solid fats (C) are not recommended as they may worsen GERD symptoms. Taking a multivitamin/multimineral pill before meals (D) may not have any impact on GERD symptoms.

Antonio Has Severe Chronic Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)