What is ACIDITY?
The
stomach normally secretes acid that is essential in the digestive process. This
acid helps in breaking down the food during digestion. When there is excess
production of acid by the gastric glands of the stomach, it results in the condition
known as acidity. Dyspepsia, heartburn and the formation of ulcers are some of
the symptoms. It is more common in highly emotional and nervous individuals.
Common Causes of Acidity
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Consumption
of Alcohol
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Highly
spicy foodstuffs
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Non-vegetarian
diets
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Non-Steroidal
Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAID's)
Most acidity problems occur
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After
meals
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When
lifting weight or straining and applying pressure in the intra-abdominal area.
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At
night when lying down.
Home Remedies for Acidity
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Skip
the aerated drinks as well as the caffeine. Opt for herbal tea instead.
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Have
a glass of lukewarm water everyday.
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Include
banana, watermelon and cucumber in your daily diet. Watermelon juice is great
for curing acidity.
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Nariyal
paani (Green Coconut water) is known to soothe the system if you suffer from
acidity.
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Drink
a glass of milk - everyday.
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Have
your last meal at least two to three hours before you hit the sack.
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Keeping
long intervals between meals is another cause for acidity. Have small but
regular meals.
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Try
to avoid pickles, spicy chutneys, vinegar, etc.
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Boil
some mint leaves in water and have a glass of this after meals.
Sucking on a piece of clove is another effective remedy.
Sucking on a piece of clove is another effective remedy.
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Jaggery,
lemon, banana, almonds and yogurt are all known to give you instant relief from
acidity.
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Excessive
smoking and drinking will increase acidity, so cut down.
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Try
chewing gum. The saliva generated helps move food through the esophagus, easing
symptoms of heartburn.
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Ginger
aids in digestion. Either buy powdered ginger in capsule forms or add the herb
to your recipes.
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A
simple preparation of lemon water with sugar can be sipped on an hour before
lunch to reduce uneasiness.
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Have
vegetables like drumsticks, beans, pumpkin, cabbage, carrot and spring onions.
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After
all three meals, take a small piece of jaggery and keep it in your mouth and
suck.
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Boil
one cup of water. To this add 1 tsp of Aniseed (Saunf). Cover and leave
overnight. Strain the water in the morning, add 1 tsp of honey. When this is
taken 3 times a day it prevents acidity.
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To
1 ½ liters of water add 1 tsp Caraway seeds (shah jeera). Bring to a boil and
simmer for 15 minutes. Sip while warm. Have the concoction 2-3 times a day for
5-6 days.
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Powder
one clove and one cardamom; use the powder as a mouth freshener after every
meal. No more acidity and no more bad breath.
Ayurveda Treatment for Acidity
Some of the ayurvedic treatments for acidity can be used for biding farewell to the problem forever.
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Chewing
tulsi leaves can give a big relief from acidity by calming down the burning
sensation and gas.
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Keep
jaggery or gurr in your mouth and slowly suck it till the time acidity caves
in.
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Eat
banana, cucumber and water melon on an hourly basis.
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You
can also go for coriander seeds and aniseed or sauf to get instant relief from
acidity.
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Drink
lemon juice with addition of equal amounts of salt and sugar.
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Coconut
water is one of the natural remedies of acidity if consumed 4 to 5 times a day.
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Chewing
harad (terminilian chebula) after every meal is one of the popular ayurvedic remedies
for acidity.
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Mix
1 table of chebulic myroblan with one tablespoon of amla juice and drink it
daily.
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Maintain
an upright position for some time after meals.
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Mix
2 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar with 2 tablespoon of honey in a glass of
water and drink it before meals.
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Mint
juice is another contender in ayurveda treatment for acidity cures.
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Reduce
your diet to 3/4th of your regular diet.
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Exercising
is highly recommended. So after every meal, walk, twist and twirl!
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Whenever
you feel heartburn or acidic, eat some almonds.
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Make
sure that your diet is a combination of all tastes instead of focus on just one
taste.
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Drink
cold milk to receive instant relief from heartburn and acidity.
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Food
rich in fibre such as fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts, pulses and seeds must be
consumed. They help in digestion.
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Acidic
food such as pickles, vinegar, tamarinds and curds should be avoided during an
acidity attack.
Besides following all the above mentioned ayurevda tips for acidity, you can bring about certain changes in your eating habits and lifestyle.
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Fatty
and oil food rich in acidic contents should be avoided while your ayurveda for
acidity schedule is in process.
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Avoid
drinking water immediately after eating.
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Lessen
the intake of tea and coffee and avoid smoking.
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An
elevated sleeping posture is really beneficial. By elevated we mean that your
head and shoulders should be comforted on a high pillow.
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