I used to suffer from horrible reflux as well. I never ate before bed. I tried acid reducers, slept in a recliner, and nothing helped except having all of the removed from my band. I had all the usual test to make sure I didn't have slippage and I didnt. Turns out I had heard pylori though. After being treated for that I have never had a problem with reflux no matter how tight my band or when I eat in relation to when I go to bed. Hope this helps