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Does milk neutralise acid?
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Dr. Neelesh Tipnisanswered
Pediatrics - Gastroenterology 26 years experience
Milk coats acid: Milk helps acid reflux by coating the esophagus and stomach, providing some protection against acid. The calcium and bicarbonates (sodium bicarbonate) in milk also help to neutralize the acids in the stomach.
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