A week in the life of an acid reflux sufferer

I’ve been having a really hectic week and have been using a combination of acid reflux medication and more natural cures all week to try and curb my acid reflux.

My week started with a fishing trip on a boat. I did not take any medication for this but also did not eat any food that sets off my heartburn before the trip.

Next day (Saturday) was a football and rugby world cup semi final day so I had my Proton pump inhibitor that morning because I knew I would be spending the day in the pub.

Sunday was spent out on my friend’s boat so no medication was required but again I ate only food that I know does not set off my acid reflux. Avoiding fatty foods, caffeine, and the other usual suspects meant a good day was had without any sign of reflux. Of course the acid reflux medication taken the day before was still probably working as well.

Monday was spent with friends who where going home to the UK so medication was required.

Tuesday was a shopping trip to Ikea in Nicosia, no medication required.

Wednesday saw more friends departing to the UK, medication required.

Thursday was a party at our friends who live only a couple of doors from us, this needed lots of drugs to combat the heartburn.

Friday was a quiet day which gave us a chance to return to my normal acid reflux diet and no medication.

Saturday afternoon was spent with friends returning to Saudi Arabia and the evening was the rugby world final another big day and I had to take my Proton Pump Inhibitor.

Sunday we went on a bus trip to Nicosia race course. I was not sure about this on as we were on a coach without a toilet and no stops so the beer had to be curbed. I decided not to take anything and just watch what I ate. This turned out ok and I did not have any acid reflux symptoms.

Today we seem to be free from holiday makers and so I can get back to my diet in earnest.

But by planning ahead I have been able to only take the acid reflux medication on the days I really need it and then switch to my acid reflux diet on other days. It is much better and safer that taking conventional medication every day.