Dr. Yost’s LPR Product Guide

The products I use and recommend for putting an LPR plan into action

Laryngopharyngeal reflux rarely improves because of one “miracle” product. Improvement usually comes from combining the right daily habits with a few practical tools used for the right purpose.

I created this page to make it easier to find the products discussed in my LPR Rescue Guide, videos, and educational programs. I will keep this list updated as products change and better options become available.

A quick note before you shop

You do not need to purchase everything on this page. Choose products based on your symptoms, your current treatment plan, and what you will realistically use consistently.

Start with the fundamentals. Products can support an effective LPR plan, but they cannot compensate for frequent trigger foods, large evening meals, eating close to bedtime, or poor sleep habits.

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My LPR Essentials

These are the foundational items that can make an LPR plan easier to follow consistently.

Alkaline Water

Alkaline water can be a convenient part of an LPR routine, particularly for people who experience throat irritation, mucus, frequent throat clearing, or symptoms after meals. It is not a cure for reflux, but some people find it soothing and useful as part of a broader treatment plan.

Sodium Bicarbonate

Sodium bicarbonate is one of the ingredients used in the pepsin potion described in my LPR materials. Only a small amount is required, so follow the recipe rather than estimating the concentration.

People with sodium restrictions, kidney disease, heart failure, uncontrolled hypertension, or other significant medical conditions should speak with their healthcare professional before using sodium bicarbonate regularly.

[View the Sodium Bicarbonate I Use on Amazon]

Fine-Mist Spray Bottle

A dependable fine-mist bottle makes the pepsin potion easier to use when throat symptoms suddenly increase. Keep the bottle clean, label it clearly, and replace it periodically. You will need to remove the top spray nozzle to fill the bottle with Pepsin Potion.

Reflux Barrier Support

Alginate Products

Alginate forms a temporary physical barrier over the contents of the stomach. This makes it different from an antacid or acid-suppressing medication.

Alginate products are commonly used after meals or before bedtime, depending on the individual’s symptom pattern and the product instructions. Formulations vary, so always review the ingredient list and dosing directions.

[View My Preferred Alginate Options on Amazon]

Flare-Up Support

These products are intended to support the short-term reset strategy described in my LPR Rescue Guide. They are not meant to replace an evaluation when symptoms are severe, persistent, or unexplained.

Soothing Throat Support

Some patients find non-acidic throat-soothing products helpful during a flare, particularly when irritation leads to repeated swallowing or throat clearing. Avoid strongly acidic lozenges, citrus flavoring, and products that consistently worsen your symptoms.

[View My Preferred Throat-Support Products on Amazon]

Sugar-Free Gum

Chewing gum after meals may increase saliva production and swallowing, which can help clear material from the esophagus. Choose a non-mint flavor if peppermint or spearmint worsens your reflux.

[View My Recommended Gum on Amazon]

Meal and Nutrition Support

During a significant flare—or after a throat procedure—it may be difficult to eat normally. Simple, non-acidic options can make it easier to maintain hydration, calories, and protein without relying on foods that aggravate symptoms.

Protein and Meal Support

When choosing a shake or protein supplement, look beyond the word “healthy.” Chocolate, coffee, peppermint, citrus, high fat content, and large serving sizes may be problematic for some people with reflux.

[View My Preferred Protein and Nutrition Options on Amazon]

Sleep and Nighttime Reflux

Nighttime symptoms often require more than adding another supplement. Meal timing, portion size, sleep position, and elevation can all matter.

Bed-Wedge and Elevation Options

Elevating the upper body may reduce nighttime reflux by using gravity to help keep stomach contents where they belong. A wedge pillow is the simplest option, but it should support the upper torso—not just the head and neck. For people who find a wedge uncomfortable or tend to slide down during the night, furniture risers can be placed under the legs at the head of the bed to elevate the entire sleeping surface. Choose whichever option is safer, more comfortable, and most likely to be used consistently.

[View Furniture Risers for the Head of the Bed on Amazon]

How to Use This Page

Start with the section that matches your most important symptom or obstacle. You do not need an entire shelf of reflux products.

A reasonable starting approach is:

Address meal timing and your most obvious dietary triggers.
Choose one appropriate reflux-barrier or symptom-support option.
Use it consistently enough to evaluate the result.
Track whether your symptoms are actually improving.
Reassess rather than continually adding more products.

Everyone’s symptom pattern is different. A product that helps one person may do very little for someone else.

Want the Complete LPR Plan?

Products are only one piece of the puzzle. My LPR Lifestyle Checklist walks you through the major areas that may be contributing to your symptoms—including diet, meal timing, sleep, stress, hydration, medications, and daily habits.

[Get the LPR Lifestyle Checklist]

For a more complete step-by-step program, explore my 6 Weeks to a Clear Throat LPR Masterclass.

[Learn More About the LPR Masterclass]

Medical Disclaimer

This page is for general educational purposes only and does not provide individualized medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The products listed are not appropriate for every person and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Discuss supplements and significant dietary changes with your physician or other qualified healthcare professional, particularly if you are pregnant, take prescription medications, have allergies, or have kidney, heart, gastrointestinal, or metabolic conditions.

Seek medical evaluation for persistent or worsening symptoms, difficulty swallowing, unexplained weight loss, bleeding, progressive voice changes, breathing difficulty, a neck mass, or other concerning symptoms.