PurpleBerries wrote:
> Hello all!

>
> I'm looking after a young (early teens) relative of mine for a while,
> and she suffers from extreme chronic heartburn (which she has consulted
> doctors about, before anyone asks). Her regular diet is almost painfully
> bland, and I'd love to cook some new meals for her, taking her needs
> into account. And, if possible, go to restaurants.
>
> The problem is, I just have no idea where to begin.



Diet doesn't seem to be the final answer.

Why haven't the doctors she has consulted given her anything for relief?
Even over-the-counter medications (Pepcid, Prevacid, Prilosec) can help
if taken before eating.

She may have some kind of food intolerance (fat, onions, tomatoes,
dairy?) that are causing her reflux. I am surprised her doctors haven't
been more thorough in diagnosing and treating her condition. Teens
usually have cast iron stomachs. There's also the possibility that she
is or was bulimic and has damaged her esophagus.

There are too many variables for us to be of much help, as evidenced by
the jokers recommending chili. Creamed stuff sounds soothing but will
trigger the production of more acid. My advice is to look into what
her doctors have advised.

gloria p