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5 acid-fighting remedies from your kitchen and herb garden
As is well known, acid or heartburn does not spare anyone from its claws. Most adults suffer from it at some point in their lives. Hyperacidity occurs when the stomach produces too much acid. It is the main cause of stomach ulcers, bad breath, abdominal pain, nausea, etc. It leaves an aftertaste in the mouth and leaves a sharp feeling between your ribs that radiates to your heart; That is why it is also called heartburn. Many people have confessed that they have succumbed to the acid and that it has changed their lives for the worse. They have claimed to have tried all kinds of medications that offer quick relief from bloating and acidity,...
5 acid-fighting remedies from your kitchen and herb garden
As is well known, acid or heartburn does not spare anyone from its claws. Most adults suffer from it at some point in their lives. Hyperacidity occurs when the stomach produces too much acid. It is the main cause of stomach ulcers, bad breath, abdominal pain, nausea, etc. It leaves an aftertaste in the mouth and leaves a sharp feeling between your ribs that radiates to your heart; That is why it is also called heartburn.
Many people have confessed that they have succumbed to the acid and that it has changed their lives for the worse. They have claimed to have tried all sorts of medications that offer quick relief from bloating and acidity, but with no benefit. What they fail to understand is that regardless of many products known to provide quick relief from acidity, it is of utmost importance to make some changes to your lifestyle to eliminate it for good.
As the saying goes: “Charity begins at home,” the acid cure also begins in the kitchen and herb garden.
How do you ask? Here are a few ways and ingredients that can help you rid your life of acid.
1. Water: Due to its neutral pH balance, water is the ragweed that helps you neutralize the pH balance in your stomach. It reduces acid levels in the stomach and protects the stomach lining from damage; This leads to ulcers and acidity. It is advisable to drink a glass of lukewarm water before going to bed and in the morning when you wake up. Do not drink water during meals.
2. Basil Leaves: Wash some basil leaves whenever you feel a sharp sensation under your breastbone or experience a sour/bitter aftertaste in your mouth. This is how the body reacts to hyperacidity. Holy Basil or 'Tulsi' has many medicinal properties and fighting acidity is one of them.
3. Cinnamon: Take cinnamon powder and boil it in some water. Simmer for a minute and strain. It will start to look like tea liquor. Have that without adding anything and you will notice a change. It works as natural antacid and also helps with flatulence.
4. Apple Cider Vinegar: Although acidic, apple cider vinegar has an alkalizing effect on the stomach lining. Drink two teaspoons of it with a cup of water twice a day.
5. Buttermilk: Also known as ‘Chaach’; A glass of buttermilk with a teaspoon of roasted cumin powder mixed with roasted fenugreek seeds powder and coriander paste will give you relief and eliminate the acid problem from your life regularly.
Hyperacidity is a serious lifestyle problem for most of us. It is very important to be meticulous in administration. It is important to make the above tips a part of your life and you will be free from the acid chains for good.