The Metabolic Institute - Understanding Your Biochemical Individuality

Join us for our TOWNE HALL MEETINGS. The meetings are free and open to the public.

Meetings are at:
Deaconess Health and Education Bldg
910 W. 5th Ave.
Spokane, WA
Room 268, 6 PM
   Call to Register:   509-747-7066

The dates and subjects are as follows:

June 9, 2008: GERD: Putting Out The Fire—New Approach to Gastroesophagel Reflux Disease

July 7th, 2008: Demystifying Weight Loss: Reasons beyond Nutrition and Exercise

August 11, 2008: To be announced

Cleanse your way into spring season and register for our fourth Medically Supervised Cleanse, a three week support group program meeting:
June 3rd, 10th, & 17th
from 6PM-7:30PM at
Deaconess Health & Education Building, Suite 660
910 W 5th Ave Spokane, WA
Pre-Registration Required
$330 includes sessions, all products, free body composition test & more!

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By Katie Nelson R. D.

Top 10 Nutritional Management Approaches to Treating GERD

One of the safest treatment approaches to gastroesophagel reflux disease involves changing not only the foods one chooses, but also the way one chooses to eat those foods. Take this first step towards “putting out the fire” and commit yourself today to a lifestyle of following these 10 suggestions.

Avoid large meals

Avoid high fat meals, especially saturated fats in meat and dairy products and desserts

Avoid eating 3 to 4 hours before bedtime; this may be the most effective nutritional measure for treating GERD

Avoid smoking

Avoid excessive intake of chocolate, alcohol, coffee and other caffeine containing beverages

Avoid carminatives (peppermint and spearmint)

Avoid foods with an acid pH, such as citrus juices, tomatoes and soft drinks when gastrointestinal inflammation exists

Avoid highly spiced foods (those with black pepper, chili powder, etc.) when inflammation exists

Avoid drinking large amounts fluid with meals; it is best to drink between meals throughout the entire day

Lower your intake of carbohydrates—especially the higher glycemic carbs