Can people with excess stomach acid eat peaches?
Oct 14, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhao Haiming
Introduction
Although peaches have a sweet-and-sour taste, they are considered alkaline-forming foods. After consumption, they can help neutralize stomach acid and inhibit gastric acid secretion, thereby improving conditions of excessive stomach acid and relieving discomfort symptoms such as acid reflux and belching caused by it. However, since the fructose in peaches may stimulate gastric acid secretion, moderate consumption is recommended.
People with excessive stomach acid can usually eat peaches, but should do so in moderation.
Although peaches have a sweet and slightly tangy taste, they are considered alkaline-forming foods. After consumption, they can help neutralize stomach acid and inhibit acid secretion, thereby improving symptoms of excess stomach acid such as acid reflux and belching. Peaches are also rich in dietary fiber, which promotes intestinal motility and enhances digestive function. Additionally, peaches contain nutrients like vitamin A, vitamin B, magnesium, and other trace elements, helping to supplement essential nutrients and support immune function. However, the fructose in peaches may stimulate gastric acid secretion, so moderate consumption is recommended.
Patients with excessive stomach acid can benefit from increasing their intake of alkaline foods in daily diet and drinking plenty of water, which helps dilute stomach acid. If dietary adjustments alone do not yield significant improvement, medications that suppress stomach acid—such as sodium bicarbonate or aluminum hydroxide—may be needed under a doctor's guidance to reduce acid production and alleviate symptoms.
