It also disturbs gut microflora and allows bad bacteria to grow more, putting his abdominal health at riskAll of these problems occur when the food that you eat is sent back to the esophagus, making it all the way back. A person experiencing this cannot enjoy any food and experience abdominal discomfort, pain, and stress. It also disturbs gut microflora and allows bad bacteria to grow more, putting his abdominal health at risk.