What are some patient education points regarding GERD?(9)

Educate the patient to eat four to six small meals daily, follow a low-fat and adequate protein diet, reduce intake of chocolate, tea and foods that contain caffeine, limit or eliminate alcohol consumption, eat slowly and chew thoroughly, avoid eating 2-3 hours before bedtime, remain upright 1-2 hours after eating and never eat in bed, avoid foods that directly produce heartburn and reduce overall body weight if needed