Drinking water can help ease any symptoms of GERD. The pH in water (which is neutral) can help balance the pH of an acidic meal or more acidic stomach fluids. To help lower your risk of acid reflux, you could take small sips of water throughout your meal. However, be wary of how much water you drink all a once when eating a meal. Drinking too much water too fast can worsen your symptoms by distending the stomach and putting more pressure on your lower esophageal sphincter.