Taking control of my acid reflux/GERD

For the past months, I have had waves of pain in my chest and back and esophagitis from acid reflux. When I visited the clinic in April, my PA suggeted an over the counter acid reducer. It works well as long as I watch my diet. I know what I shouldn't eat--tomatoes, citrus, chocolate, spicy foods, drinks with caffiene, fatty foods, So what should I eat? I researched online and came up with a list--apples, melons, bananas, green veggies (broccoli, asparagus, green beans, celery), brown rice, couscous, chicken, turkey, fish, egg whites. Dairy does not seem to bother my esophagus. My niece is my inspiration. She has food sensitivities, so she maintains a gluten free diet. I encourage myself by thinking of my niece. It is so worthwhile to live a painfree life by watching my diet. And if I lose a bit of weight, there will be less pressure on my LES. I need to walk to try to control stress. My dad's health is failing, and my life has been stress-filled which aggravates the esophagitis.