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The following are contributing factors that weaken or relax the lower esophageal sphincter, making gastric reflux worse: Lifestyle : Use of alcohol or cigarettes, obesity, poor posture (slouching) Medications : Calcium channel blockers, theophylline (Tedral, Hydrophed, Marax, Bronchial, Quibron), nitrates, antihistamines Diet : Fatty and fried foods, chocolate, garlic and onions, drinks with caffeine, acidic foods such as citrus fruits and tomatoes, spicy foods, mint flavorings Eating habits : Eating large meals, eating quickly or soon before bedtime Other medical conditions : Hiatal hernia, pregnancy, diabetes, rapid weight gain Hiatal hernia is a condition where the upper part of the stomach protrudes through the opening in the diaphragm where the esophagus passes through to its connection with the stomach
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Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Sign In or Create an Account Over 15 years, the Global Tobacco Control Project has analyzed internal tobacco industry documents