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Tuesday, May 20, 2008 Diana asks

Q: I noticed that starchy items was not on the ARF test, starches is my enemy! Anyone else's?

Whenever I eat starchy foods, it triggers my acidreflux.

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5/21/08 6:09am

Diana,

I always associate carbs such as crackers, pasta and bread with easy digestion for a patient with GERD. I wonder if you are reacting to the gluten? I hope some other members of the community comment on your interesting question.

Jan Gambino

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