Yes it is possible to cure gerd with a simple diet.

It is surprising the problems that can be helped by diet and natural remedies. I suffered from severe heartburn and was even considering surgery.  I have been following a diet and natural treatment plan and my heartburn has disappeared. I am pain free. The surgery has been cancelled! There are natural, dietary  and holistic treatments for acid reflux and heartburn which are 100% effective. 

Please see this website: http://www.gerddiet.co

There is a link on the site to an ebook which is very well researched and gives information on curing heartburn naturally. I was  sceptical at first but the advice has helped me and I also feel much healthier.