What is LPR?
LPR stands for laryngopharyngeal reflux. It means stomach contents travel back up and reach the throat or voice box.
The simple version
Food goes down a tube called the esophagus to the stomach. Reflux means some stomach contents move back up. When that reflux reaches the throat or voice box, it is called laryngopharyngeal reflux, or LPR. You may also hear it called “silent reflux.”
What might it feel like?
Some people have hoarseness, frequent throat clearing, coughing, a feeling of something stuck in the throat or trouble swallowing. Heartburn can happen, but it is not always present. These symptoms can have other causes too, so a symptom list cannot tell you whether you have LPR.
Where does food fit in?
Some people notice symptoms after particular foods or drinks. Tomato, citrus, spicy foods and high-fat meals are common reflux examples, but there is no single food list that works for everyone. This site helps you find meal ideas and skip ingredients you personally avoid; it cannot predict whether a recipe will cause symptoms.
What should I do next?
If you are concerned about throat symptoms, especially if they persist or swallowing is difficult, talk with a healthcare professional. They can assess the cause and discuss whether any testing or treatment makes sense for you. For dinner ideas, you can browse the recipes or start with the simple meal guide.
Food tolerance is personal. These ideas are for planning meals, not diagnosing or treating LPR. If symptoms persist or eating is difficult, talk with a clinician.