Table 6. Foods that decrease the tone of the lower esophageal sphincter.
| Alcohol (especially red wine) |
| Caffeine |
| Carbonated beverages |
| Chocolate |
| Citrus fruits |
| Coffee—caffeinated or non-caffeinated |
| Fatty-spicy foods |
| Garlic |
| Onions |
| Peppermint |
| Tomatoes |
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