Can peanuts cause acid reflux problems?

Can peanuts cause acid reflux problems?

It's entirely possible for someone suffering from acid reflux to do the right things, only to find that their symptoms don't get better or that they even get worse. This usually means that something else is going on and that someone needs to look deeper into their diet to see if there is another trigger that they may not have noticed. You will undoubtedly know how many people suffer from peanut allergies. Can peanuts also cause acid reflux?

Peanuts and acid reflux

Peanuts are high in fat and there is also evidence that they can relax the esophageal sphincter, and this means they should be avoided when dealing with heartburn. They pair well with things like alcohol, caffeine in drinks or foods, fried foods, sugar of all kinds, tomatoes, tomato juice, and citrus family fruits and juices.

The other case where peanuts could be a problem is if someone has food sensitivities. Those who are allergic to peanuts know it and will avoid them. However, food sensitivities can often go unnoticed because, unlike an allergic reaction, it may not be a sudden reaction, so it can be very difficult to pinpoint. Peanuts can definitely be a food that causes sensitivities.

Acid reflux can be exacerbated by, or even caused by, food sensitivity. Peanuts are found in many things, and if you look at the list of foods that someone who is allergic to peanuts needs to avoid, you will find a very long list.

Although peanuts are a problem for some with reflux, many have no idea that some of the things they eat contain peanuts. This means they may receive treatment for GERD without having any idea that they also have peanut sensitivity, which may cause the treatment to be ineffective.

If you're concerned, you may have a peanut sensitivity that's contributing to your acid reflux symptoms. The best approach is to keep a food diary and monitor your symptoms. If you find that your symptoms are worse after eating foods containing peanuts, it is best to eliminate or moderate your intake.

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Although it may seem easy to eliminate peanuts from your diet, it may not always be as easy as it sounds.

A large number of foods contain peanuts or even trace amounts from the way they were produced. Now that there is more awareness about peanut allergies and serious side effects when allergy sufferers eat nuts, most food manufacturers are labeling their products accordingly.

Pay attention to the warnings on food packaging and check for peanuts. You'll find that many restaurants also warn when dishes contain nuts.

If you try eliminating peanuts from your diet and acid reflux symptoms subside, you have found the answer to the question of whether peanuts can cause acid reflux or make symptoms worse.

Inspired by Kathryn Whittaker