That “lump in your throat” might be a symptom of something more chronic.

In this episode of the MindBodySpace Podcast, Dr. Juna sits down with her own doctor, Dr. Jonathan Aviv—ENT physician, Columbia professor, clinical professor at Mount Sinai, and author of The Acid Watcher Diet.

We talk about silent reflux, acid influx, and a stomach enzyme called pepsin that may sit in the throat, mouth, nose, and sinuses—and then get reactivated by acidic foods and drinks.

This matters because reflux does not always feel like heartburn and chronic reflux can lead to problems benign and pre-cancerous.

Sometimes it feels like:

✔️ chronic cough
✔️ hoarseness
✔️ constant throat clearing
✔️ post-nasal drip
✔️ a lump in your throat
✔️ waking up at night feeling like you can’t breathe

Dr. Aviv also explains why some “healthy” flavored drinks, sparkling waters, sports drinks, vinegar, citrus, tomato sauce, and wine can be triggers for some people—and why the solution does not have to be a miserable, restrictive diet.

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This is not medical advice. Always consult your doctor for individual care.

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