8 Ways to fight cure acidity instantly & its home Remedies
when there is excess secretion of acids in the gastric glands of the stomach. When the secretion is more than usual, we feel, what is commonly known as heartburn, which is normally triggered off by consumption of spicy foods.
Ginger
In moderation, ginger is one of the best foods for acid reflux.
It has been used throughout history as an anti-inflammatory and as a treatment for gastrointestinal conditions like acidity.
Wash the ginger well, grate it and store in an air tight container. You can use it while cooking or add it to smoothies. Or simply suck on to a slice of fresh or dried ginger.
Aloe Vera
Aloevera is a natural laxative and also seems to treat acid reflux. Constipation triggers acidity. It is best eaten fresh and its juice is also available bottled in the market. 1-2 tsp daily is good.
Banana
Bananas make a great snack with low Ph, for people suffering with acid reflux.
However, about 1% of acidity sufferers find that their condition is worsened by bananas.
So keep in mind that what works for most people may not work for you. The best time to eat a banana is early morning empty stomach. Don’t forget to chew it well!
Fennel
Fennel or commonly called sauf is a great for acidity and improves stomach functions like digestion.2 tsp sauf in a day is goo especially after meals.
Sweet Lime/ Mausami
It acts like an ant acid! Just cut and eat it fresh. Chew the pulp as well. You can eat 2-3 in one serving.
Parsley/coriander/pudhina or mint
For thousands of years, these herbs have been used as a medicinal herb to settle the stomach and aid digestion. Eat what is freshly available to you. Garnish it on your vegetables, soups or salads. Just remember not to cook it.
Water
It is advised to drink 10-12 glasses of water daily. Drinking half a glass of water gives immediate relief to acidity. But water should be consumed slowly .drinking too much water could worsen the problem leaving you feeling bloated and heavy
As per ayurveda drinking 1-2 glasses of lukewarm water early morning keeps one healthy and relieves one from acidity. In case of acute acidity you can try to vomit out the water to remove the acid accumulated overnight in the stomach.
Cardamom/ Elachi
Just suck one cardamom for 10-15 minutes for instant relief. You can even boil in 1 glass of water and drink the water when it cools down.
Apart from these remedies it is best to avoid certain foods which trigger acidity.
Prevention is better than cure!!
Foods to avoid
- Fried food
- Refined foods like breads/pasta
- Foods high in salt
- Red pepper or ready made available food enhancers or masalas
- Very hot beverages
- Very long meal gaps
- Sweets in all forms.
