Natural Home Remedies for Acidity
Acid reflux is a more scientific way to describe heartburn. The acid solution that splashes up into the esophagus causes scarring, irritation, and inflammation which can narrow the circumference of the esophagus. Symptoms include food getting stuck, hoarseness, burning, asthma symptoms, irritation, coughing, nausea, wheezing, and eroded tooth enamel.
People who are older or overweight tend to be affected more since abdominal fat interferes with esophagus function, and the esophageal sphincter, which prevents backsplash. Many things in life can relax the sphincter, including nicotine, greasy, spicy and fatty foods, chocolate, and caffeine. [More: Why Do Men Gain Weight After Marriage?]
Here are the Natural home treatment to try for the occasional bout of acid reflux:
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1. Take the herbal supplement slippery elm in powder, capsule, or lozenge form, as it soothes the digestive tract.
2. Lose weight. Losing 10 percent of your body fat can improve acid reflux symptoms. [More: 3 Tips for Slim Fast Diet]
3. Start your day with fresh lemon juice and a cup of warm water. “By drinking this on an empty stomach 15 minutes before eating anything else, the body can balance out its acid levels. It's safe for all users and a great digestive aid,” says an applied holistic nutritionist.
4. Try eating raw almonds, that can balance your pH because they are a good source of calcium. [More: Almonds Benefits For Skin, Hair And Health]
5. Embark on an anti-reflux diet. Don’t get too excited; it only makes a difference for about 30 percent of people. Most people would rather die than be on that diet for the rest of their life.”
6. Drink 2 ounces of unprocessed aloe vera juice daily.
7. Try a baking soda in a cup water - its effective.
8. Eat a Red apple after problematic meals. [More: Amazing Benefits of Apple for Your Health]
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9. Fenugreek, mint, tea or chamomile may help reduce acid reflux symptoms.
10. “Supplement with a probiotic strain specifically for the small intestine, to optimize absorption of key vitamins for optimal digestive health,” says Stella.
12. Sleep on your left side. Studies found sleeping on right side can cause additional pressure that increases acid reflux symptoms. Left-side sleepers report relief.
13. After meals, chew a gum to increase saliva production, which can reduce acid levels in the esophagus.
More tips from Dr. J. Koufman, New York Medical College: Don't wear clothing that is too tight, quit smoking, don't exercise directly after a meal, elevate the head of your bed if you're a nighttime refluxer and don't lie down right after eating.
source: mnn.com
Natural Home Remedies for Acidity
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