{"id":17128,"date":"2021-02-17T11:14:13","date_gmt":"2021-02-17T11:14:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/opa.org.uk\/sample-page\/can-i-eat-sugar-if-i-have-acid-reflux\/"},"modified":"2021-03-18T16:35:55","modified_gmt":"2021-03-18T16:35:55","slug":"can-i-eat-sugar-if-i-have-acid-reflux","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/opa-old.voidappsdev.uk\/?page_id=17128","title":{"rendered":"Can I Eat Sugar If I Have Acid Reflux?"},"content":{"rendered":"

<\/a>Overview<\/h2>\n

Acid reflux is a common health condition that can cause the burning sensation known as heartburn.<\/p>\n

You may have felt this burning sensation after eating a particular food. These foods are known as trigger foods, and they can vary from person to person.<\/p>\n

Sugar alone doesn’t trigger acid reflux, though it’s often found in trigger foods and drinks. Here’s what you need to know about sugar and acid reflux.<\/p>\n

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<\/a>Can I eat sugar if I have acid reflux?<\/h2>\n

Consuming sugar in small amounts and without added trigger ingredients generally won’t affect your acid reflux. For example, pure honeys, jams, and maple syrup typically won’t trigger your symptoms.<\/p>\n

Sugar found in triggering foods or combined with triggering ingredients may cause symptoms to appear.<\/p>\n

Because of this, you should limit or avoid:<\/p>\n