Does gerd cause weight gain?

Agree, sometimes we keep eating small snacks to stop the acid burning feeling, which slowly adds up. Staying upright for an hour after eating really helps.

Both my GERD and high BP were tied to my unhealthy weight and lack of activity. Focusing on a low-acid diet, regular medical checkups, and keeping a check on my weight helped resolve both issues together.

I struggled with both acid reflux and weight gain, and it turned out my thyroid levels were completely off, which slowed down my digestion. Please get your thyroid and digestive health tested regularly by a doctor.

When I consulted my specialist at Manipal Hospital, they told me that weight gain is not a direct symptom of GERD. However, lifestyle habits often link them. It's always best to ask your doctor clearly to plan a proper treatment.

GERD doesn't directly cause weight gain, but being overweight can worsen GERD symptoms due to abdominal pressure. If your doctor allows, try starting with light post-meal walks to help with both digestion and weight management.

I know how stressful it is when your body feels completely out of sync, dealing with painful acid reflux while also worrying about weight changes. It can be really hard emotionally. Just take it easy, focus on healing your stomach first.

A very practical solution is to avoid eating late at night and stop overeating during dinner. When you eat less heavy food, your acidity will reduce and your weight will also stay in check naturally.

Haha, I wish I could blame my weight gain on my acidity, but unfortunately it is usually the extra cheese burst pizza causing both! GERD itself won't make you gain weight, but our late-night cravings to calm the burn might.

I recently managed to get my severe GERD under control. I had actually gained weight because I was eating biscuits and bread constantly to coat my stomach against the acid. Once my doctor adjusted my treatment, my eating patterns went back to normal.