Acidity- Home remedies
Acidity occurs when there is excess secretion of acids in the gastric glands of the stomach, producing gas, bad breath, stomach ache and other symptoms. It triggers an unpleasant reaction that also often makes you feel sick and miserable. According to Delhi-based Nutritionist Anshul Jaibharat, "Acidity can be caused due to a long gap between meals, empty stomach or excessive intake of tea, coffee, smoking or alcohol”. When the secretion of acids is more than usual - we experience heartburn or acid reflux or GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), which is normally triggered when we eat a heavy meal or spicy foods. Acidity can turn out to be quite annoying. In order to get rid of the same, we often resort to various remedies. However, if you have failed at doing so, then fret not, we've got your back. In this article we have included a list of few home remedies for acidity that may come to great help in getting rid of acidity problems. Follow them and watch out for results.
Here are 12 simple ingredients available in your kitchen or refrigerator that can be used to get rid of stomach acidity.
1. Basil Leaves
The
soothing and carminative properties of basil leaves can give you
instant relief from acidity. At the first sign of gas, eat a few basil leaves or boil 3-4 basil leaves in a cup of water and let it simmer for a few
minutes. Sip on it frequently. This is one of the best home remedies for
acidity.
2. Fennel / saunf
You can also “chew saunf after meals, to prevent stomach acidity”, advises a Nutritionist. “For its multitude of gastrointestional benefits, fennel tea is sure to help the digestive tract be healthy and happy. The tea is considered very useful to help indigestion and bloating
because of the oils found in these seeds”, according to a renowned Nutritionist.
3. Cinnamon
This humble spice works as a natural antacid for stomach acidity and can settle your stomach, by improving digestion
and absorption. For relief, drink cinnamon tea to heal infections in
the gastrointestinal tract. Cinnamon is a powerhouse of nutrients and
loaded with health benefiting properties.
4. Buttermilk
Did you know that buttermilk is categorised as a sattvic food in Ayurveda? So, the next time you get acidity after eating a heavy or spicy meal, skip the antacid and drink a glass of chaas instead. Buttermilk contains lactic acid that normalizes acidity in the stomach. Sprinkle a dash of black pepper or 1 teaspoon of ground corainder leaves for best results.
5. Jaggery
Ever wondered why our elders finish a meal with gur? “Due to its high magnesium
content, jaggery helps boost intestinal strength”, says a Dr. It aids digestion and makes your
digestive system more alkaline in nature, thus reducing stomach acidity.
Suck on a small piece of gur after a meal, and reap the benefits. Since jaggery also helps maintain normal body temperature, cooling the stomach - experts recommend drinking Gur Sharbat (jaggery soaked in ice cold water) during the summer.
6. Cloves
Over
the years, cloves have grabbed a prominent place in traditional Chinese
medicine and Ayurveda to treat digestive disorders. Cloves
are carminative in nature, thus preventing the formation of gas in the
gastrointestinal tract. Add cloves while cooking foods like kidney beans
or black gram that tend to cause flatulence. You can even eat crushed
cloves and cardamom (mixed in equal amounts) to treat acidity, and get rid of bad breath (which often accompanies this problem).
7. Cumin Seeds
Cumin seeds work as a great acid neutralizer, aid digestion and relieve stomach pain.
Slightly crush some roasted cumin seeds, stir it into a glass of water
or steep one teaspoon of cumin seeds in a cup of boiled water and drink
it after every meal.
8. Ginger
“Ginger has excellent digestive and anti-inflammatory
properties”, says Dr. Ahuja, Fortis Hospital. To help neutralize
stomach acids, you can chew a slice of fresh ginger, or have a spoonful
of ginger juice two-three times a day, or steep fresh ginger in a cup of
boiling water and drink up.
9. Cold Milk
For those who are not lactose intolerant,
milk can help stabilize gastric acids in the stomach. It is rich in
calcium, which prevents the buildup of acid in the stomach. “All you
need to do is drink a glass of cold milk the next time you suffer from
acidity”, suggests a Nutritionist.
10. Apple Cider Vinegar
Very often, your acid reflux is in fact the result of too little stomach acid. That's where apple cider vinegar
steps in. Simply mix 1-2 teaspoons of raw, unfiltered apple cider
vinegar in a cup of water and drink it once or twice a day. You can also
take a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar, and chase it with a glass of
water.
Listen to the latest songs, only on JioSaavn.com11. Coconut Water
“When you drink coconut water,
your body's pH acidic level turns alkaline”, adds a Dr. It also helps produce mucous in your stomach, which protects
the stomach from harmful effects of excessive acid production. Since it
is rich in fiber, it aids digestion and prevents the re-occurrence of acidity.
12. Banana
2 CommentsWhen it comes to health benefiting properties, bananas hold much importance. Bananas contain natural antacids
that can act as a buffer against acid reflux. This is the simplest home
remedy for getting rid of acidity. Eat one banana every day to prevent
discomfort.
So if you ever happen to suffer from acidity, then bring these home remedies to your rescue.
The soothing and carminative properties of basil leaves can give you instant relief from acidity. At the first sign of gas, eat a few basil leaves or boil 3-4 basil leaves in a cup of water and let it simmer for a few minutes. Sip on it frequently. This is one of the best home remedies for acidity.
2. Fennel / saunf
You can also “chew saunf after meals, to prevent stomach acidity”, advises a Nutritionist. “For its multitude of gastrointestional benefits, fennel tea is sure to help the digestive tract be healthy and happy. The tea is considered very useful to help indigestion and bloating because of the oils found in these seeds”, according to a renowned Nutritionist.
This humble spice works as a natural antacid for stomach acidity and can settle your stomach, by improving digestion and absorption. For relief, drink cinnamon tea to heal infections in the gastrointestinal tract. Cinnamon is a powerhouse of nutrients and loaded with health benefiting properties.
Did you know that buttermilk is categorised as a sattvic food in Ayurveda? So, the next time you get acidity after eating a heavy or spicy meal, skip the antacid and drink a glass of chaas instead. Buttermilk contains lactic acid that normalizes acidity in the stomach. Sprinkle a dash of black pepper or 1 teaspoon of ground corainder leaves for best results.
5. Jaggery
Ever wondered why our elders finish a meal with gur? “Due to its high magnesium content, jaggery helps boost intestinal strength”, says a Dr. It aids digestion and makes your digestive system more alkaline in nature, thus reducing stomach acidity. Suck on a small piece of gur after a meal, and reap the benefits. Since jaggery also helps maintain normal body temperature, cooling the stomach - experts recommend drinking Gur Sharbat (jaggery soaked in ice cold water) during the summer.
6. Cloves
Over the years, cloves have grabbed a prominent place in traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurveda to treat digestive disorders. Cloves are carminative in nature, thus preventing the formation of gas in the gastrointestinal tract. Add cloves while cooking foods like kidney beans or black gram that tend to cause flatulence. You can even eat crushed cloves and cardamom (mixed in equal amounts) to treat acidity, and get rid of bad breath (which often accompanies this problem).
Cumin seeds work as a great acid neutralizer, aid digestion and relieve stomach pain. Slightly crush some roasted cumin seeds, stir it into a glass of water or steep one teaspoon of cumin seeds in a cup of boiled water and drink it after every meal.
8. Ginger
“Ginger has excellent digestive and anti-inflammatory properties”, says Dr. Ahuja, Fortis Hospital. To help neutralize stomach acids, you can chew a slice of fresh ginger, or have a spoonful of ginger juice two-three times a day, or steep fresh ginger in a cup of boiling water and drink up.
9. Cold Milk
For those who are not lactose intolerant, milk can help stabilize gastric acids in the stomach. It is rich in calcium, which prevents the buildup of acid in the stomach. “All you need to do is drink a glass of cold milk the next time you suffer from acidity”, suggests a Nutritionist.
Very often, your acid reflux is in fact the result of too little stomach acid. That's where apple cider vinegar steps in. Simply mix 1-2 teaspoons of raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar in a cup of water and drink it once or twice a day. You can also take a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar, and chase it with a glass of water.
2 CommentsWhen it comes to health benefiting properties, bananas hold much importance. Bananas contain natural antacids that can act as a buffer against acid reflux. This is the simplest home remedy for getting rid of acidity. Eat one banana every day to prevent discomfort.