Acid reflux whilst running?
…I run quite frequently on a treadmill or outside, and would class myself as having an above average fitness level.
When I run, after about 5 minutes I get acid reflux (or GERD), which causes a mild burning sensation in my chest, it doesn’t really go away until I finish running.
It’s a mild pain, but it is still a pain nonetheless, something I can cope with, but I don’t want to.
So does anybody else have this? If so can they recommend things to cut out of my diet? Or a cure to take while running?
NB: I do not exercise too soon after eating, sometimes this happens in the morning, before I have eaten or drunk anything, as I find I exercise better on an empty stomach.
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This is usually caused by running too soon after eating. Allow yourself plenty of time to digest.
You may be trying to exercise too soon after eating. Here are some tips:
Avoid the food that triggers heartburn. Examples of this are chocolates, spicy foods, citrus fruits and juices, mustard, tomatoes and tomato based products, fatty foods, fried foods, and highly seasoned dishes. Try to refer to medical specialists to know the complete list of foods to avoid Acid Reflux. Also, for foods that you may take which contains little danger of causing heartburn.
• Get rid of drinks that have caffeine, like tea, coffee, and soda. Too much of these will cause the LES to relax and let the acid to return into the esophagus.
• Stay away from alcohol beverages. This, like caffeine tends to relax the LES thus, creating the same effect—triggering heartburn.
• Avoid eating large meals. It is suggested that taking numerous small meals throughout the day will be better.
• Avoid rush in eating your meals. Chewing food thoroughly will really help in avoidance of heartburn, so better take your time in eating.
• Rest for at least three hours after having your last meal before taking your sleep.
I have GERD also and I buy an over the counter (OTC) medication called Gaviscon that works very well for me
About 15 years ago I had a surgery called Nissen that completely removed my Reflux where they go in and tighten up the Esophagus and it was great ,right up until about 6 months ago, now the surgery has worn off !
I was getting the same problem up to about two week ago. This may sound daft but I go to the loo about half hour before going out and then drink a glass of water at the door. I know ! but I haven’t had the pain again (yet). I run an average of 30-35 mile a week. I’m 47 and running the Wellingborough 5 on Sunday.