Resources
Finding accurate and helpful information about GERD and acid reflux can be challenging. There are many websites online, which can make it overwhelming when searching for reliable info, reflux-friendly recipes, or any other practical advice. If you want to learn more about these conditions, here are various websites and resources that we have found or heard to be especially helpful (we are not affiliated with any).
Cleveland Clinic
Offers patient-friendly guides, videos, and detailed overviews of reflux, GERD, and related topics.
Mayo Clinic
A trusted source for clear explanations of GERD symptoms, causes, and treatments.
American College of Gastroenterology
A professional organization that publishes fact sheets and research updates.
International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD)
Provides resources and support for those dealing with GI disorders, including GERD.
American Gastroenterological Association
Can provide more recent information and research on GERD.
Esophageal Cancer Action Network
A good resource for learning more about the rare times when GERD can lead to esophageal cancer.
EatingWell
While not focused on GERD, the site offers a useful 7-day meal plan.
Cook for Your Life
Features 75 recipes that are specifically tagged for acid reflux.
GERD Chef
While the website no longer seems to post new recipes, it has an extensive archive of reflux-friendly recipes.
GERD & Acid Friendly Recipes
This website also no longer posts new recipes, but has an extensive archive.
The Allergy Chef
Features 25 GERD-friendly recipes.
Rose Clearfield
Features 30 acid reflux-friendly recipes.
The Acid Watcher Diet
Dropping Acid: The Reflux Diet Cookbook & Cure
The Easy Acid Reflux Cookbook
The Easy 5-Ingredient Acid Reflux Cookbook
The Acid Reflux Solution: A Cookbook and Lifestyle Guide
The Complete Acid Reflux Diet Plan
The Acid Reflux Escape Plan
What Your Doctor Doesn't (Have the Time to) Tell You: The Gastrointestinal System
The Acid Watcher Cookbook
r/GERD
A Reddit community focused on GERD and related issues.
r/acidreflux
A Reddit community focused on acid reflux and related issues.
r/LPR
A Reddit community focused on silent reflux.
Patient Communities
A health-focused forum with GERD subtopics.
And of course, NoBurn includes a built-in community as well.
When looking for GERD information online, keep the following tips in mind:
• Prefer sources written or reviewed by clinicians or registered dietitians
• Avoid websites that promote extreme diets or miracle cures
• Look for citations, references, or clear explanations
• Cross-check information across more than one reputable source
Using trusted resources ensures you stay properly informed.
