I've had a severe problem with reflux for years. Simple things like peanut butter will cause it. Things like chocolate and onions do not bother me. I just ate a bunch of potato chips and washed it down with Pepsi. I know from experience that that will not bother me. Between knowing what I can eat and Prevacid I haven't had a problem for several months. I haven't had to jack the head of my bed up for a few years.
When I do have a problem I'll wake up chocking and gasping for air. Very scary. My esophagus will burn for days. Usually I can tell earlier in the day if I'm going to have a problem and just sleep in my recliner.
Because I have no drug plan and the VA does not have Prevacid I buy it in Mexico. I can buy a years supply there for $60.