Weight and Acid Reflux Disease
People who are overweight or obese may be more likely to develop acid reflux
disease than people who are not. The reason: the extra weight puts
pressure on the abdomen, pushing up the stomach and causing acid to back up
into the esophagus.
Losing weight is good for you on many levels—especially when it comes to your
health. It’s been proven that people who lose weight seem to have a reduction
of their acid reflux disease symptoms.
Remember, if you are overweight or obese, be sure to talk to your doctor before
starting any diet or exercise program.
The Healthy Weight Calculator
This tool can give you a sense of whether you are at a healthy weight. It
calculates the Body Mass Index (BMI), a measure of body fat, based on height
and weight.
To use the Healthy Weight Calculator
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Click on your gender at the top of the scale
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Next, slide the ruler on the left side to your height
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Then slide the ruler at the bottom to your current weight
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The white box will show your height and weight information and generate
your
current BMI
What does your BMI mean?
The standard weight categories for adult BMI ranges are as follows:
Less than 18.5 = Underweight
18.5 to 24.9 = Normal Weight
25 to 29.9 = Overweight
30 or greater = Obese
Using your BMI information
You can adjust the weight ruler right or left to see how much weight you would
need to lose or gain to be in the ideal weight range based on the BMI
standards.
If you are overweight or obese, talk to your doctor about the health risks
carrying extra weight may pose. He or she may also be able to advise you on
ways to lose weight safely.