Most people experience some form of acid reflux at one point in their lives. It is often caused by food and drink – such as coffee, tomatoes, alcohol, chocolate and fatty or spicy foods, according to the NHS.
Gastroesophageal reflux disease - also known as GERD - is a serious form of acid reflux. It is a common condition, where acid from the stomach leaks up into the oesophagus.
As reported by the Mirror, long-term acid reflux could lead to Barrett's oesophagus - in which a person's oesophagus becomes damaged.
This could continue to develop into oesophageal cancer over time, putting those with GERD at an increased risk. In some cases the condition is called Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) and symptoms, according to Scotland's NHS Inform, can include: Foods notorious for increasing acid reflux and heartburn include fried and fast food, pizza, chips, fatty meats and cheese.
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