Hiatal hernia diet: Foods that trigger symptoms, foods to eat after surgery

Hiatus Hernia Diet- foods more likely and less likely to trigger symptoms

There are certain foods that irritate hiatal hernia. If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with a hernia, consider that any foods that are highly acidic or that can make the esophageal sphincter weak should be avoided. The list below covers some of the foods that irritate hiatal hernia.

• Oranges, lemons, grapefruit
• Chocolate
• Fried foods, including fried chicken
• Garlic and onions
• Spicy foods
• Peppermint and spearmint
• Tomato-based foods, such as spaghetti sauce or chili
• Coffee, tea, alcohol, and carbonated beverages
• Whole mil**** cream, and creamed foods
• Oil and butter
• Pickles

While it may seem like you are limited in food choice because of a hiatal hernia, the truth is, there is still a lot you can eat. The food items listed below are less likely to trigger symptoms in those who have hiatal hernia.

• Bananas
• Apples
• Green beans, peas, carrots, and broccoli
• Low-fat or skim milk
• Low-fat yogurt
• Grain such as bran, oatmeal, cereals, rice, crackers
• Lean chicken and fish
• Pretzels, rice cakes, graham crackers
• Baked potato chips
• Low-fat sweets

this is a terrible diet for pre and post op wls ppl.

I had a hiatal hernia & was given a ppi along with a list of foods to avoid. The hernia was repaired at surgery, the foods you have listed would not be good for weight loss patients & is probably only good for normal people who are at a normal weight.