[gardeners] Re: GERD?
bsk (gardeners@globalgarden.com)
Tue, 25 Feb 2003 18:15:11 -0600
GERD, is this the same or similar to acid reflux disease?
Ranchmama
Okie zone 7a
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----- Original Message -----
From: "George Shirley" <gshirl@bellsouth.net>
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> After talking to a dietician about what I can eat now that I've got
> G.E.R.D I discovered that fresh tomatoes are okay but tomato sauce,
> canned tomatoes, and tomato paste are not a good idea except in
> moderation. Does anyone know why this is? Does the acid content
> concentrate in canned tomatoes? Curious isn't it, when USDA advise
> adding lemon juice or citric acid to home canned tomatoes because modern
> varieties aren't acidic enough on their on.
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> George
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