23
Jul

Healing Beef & Vegetable Soup for Acid Reflux Relief

Comforting. Nourishing. Gut-friendly.

If you’ve ever struggled with acid reflux, you know how uncomfortable meals can become. Fortunately, traditional soups like this Filipino-inspired Beef and Vegetable Soup can be incredibly soothing for your digestive system—especially when prepared with gentle ingredients and healing in mind.

This recipe is inspired by Nilagang Baka, a staple in Filipino homes known for its slow-simmered beef, root vegetables, and leafy greens. With just a few tweaks, it becomes a comforting option for those with sensitive stomachs.

Why It’s Great for Acid Reflux & Gut Health

  1. Boiled, not fried – This soup is made by simmering, which avoids reflux-triggering fats and oils.
  2. Rich in minerals – The bone broth base delivers natural collagen and gut-healing nutrients.
  3. Easy to digest – Soft vegetables and lean beef are gentle on the stomach.
  4. Versatile – You can skip potential triggers (like onions or black pepper) and add digestion-friendly herbs like ginger.

Pro tip: If you’re pairing your meals with gut therapy, acupuncture in Studio City or acupuncture in Burbank can complement your healing by targeting pressure points that help with acid reflux, bloating, and digestion.

🍲 Gut-Healing Beef & Vegetable Soup (American-Friendly Nilaga)

Ingredients:

  1. 1.5 lbs beef shank or stew meat (choose lean cuts)
  2. 6 cups water or beef bone broth
  3. 2 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
  4. 2 carrots, sliced thick
  5. 2 cups green cabbage, chopped
  6. 2 cups baby bok choy or Swiss chard
  7. 1 small yellow onion (optional — omit if sensitive to reflux)
  8. 1-inch piece of ginger, sliced (great for calming the stomach)
  9. Sea salt, to taste
  10. Ground white pepper, optional (avoid black pepper if prone to reflux)
  11. Calamansi juice or lemon (added after cooking, optional)

Instructions:

  1. In a large pot, bring the beef and water to a boil. Skim off any scum that rises.
  2. Add onion (if using) and ginger. Lower heat and simmer for 45 minutes, until the beef is tender.
  3. Add potatoes and carrots. Cook for 10–15 minutes until slightly soft.
  4. Add cabbage and bok choy. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
  5. Season with salt. Add a squeeze of calamansi or lemon before serving if desired.

🧘‍♀️ Wellness Tip:

Clients visiting for acupuncture in Toluca Lake or acupuncture in Sherman Oaks often ask how to support their stomach between sessions. We always remind them: Food is medicine. This soup is a great way to reset your gut and nourish your body naturally.

Pairing meals like this with acupuncture therapy may enhance your body’s natural healing process and improve gut balance over time.

Your journey to digestive wellness doesn’t mean saying goodbye to comfort food. With the right ingredients and a touch of holistic support—like acupuncture in Burbank or Studio City—you can enjoy flavorful, healing meals that love your gut back.