Question

A 53-year-old man with persistent epigastric pain on PPI has negative H. pylori testing. CT negative. What lifestyle measure has the strongest evidence to improve GERD symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Weight loss in overweight/obese patients

Answer

Stop all carbonated beverages only

Answer

Avoid chocolate entirely

Answer

Elevate legs while sleeping

Answer

High-protein diet

Practice question

A 53-year-old man with persistent epigastric pain on PPI has negative H. pylori testing. CT negative. What lifestyle measure has the strongest evidence to improve GERD symptoms?