List the dietary principles to be followed for esophageal reflux


Small frequent meals; avoid gas-forming foods; do not lie down after eating; avoid caffeine; do not eat in a rush, try to eat in a relaxed atmosphere; chew food extremely well; eliminate everything that has a history of causing reflux; avoid alcohol; avoid aspirin. Because of her weight problem, and because fat slows gastric emptying, Mrs. CL should be on a low-fat diet with fried foods eaten very infrequently, if ever.

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