How to Reduce Acid Reflux Naturally?

Acid reflux or acidity is the common and prevailing health issue faced by many due to eating unhealthy and spicy food regularly. It is caused when the valve that forms a connection between the stomach and esophagus would turn fragile. Also, the stomach acid passing through esophagus causes heartburn and discomfort in the chest and throat area. The main reason for cause of this problem is eating oily and cold food, processed meat, fast food and food that is half-cooked. These all will lead to digestion problems.

According to Ayurveda, you must consume good food and follow a balanced diet to promote a healthy digestive system and keep acid reflux at bay. Heartburn is experienced by people at some time in their life, but if you are experiencing this problem frequently, then it is time for you to see a doctor or follow some natural ways to get rid of it completely. Based on Ayurveda, acid reflux is caused when the heat energy that is accumulated in the cells is imbalanced also when Pitta is imbalanced. Pitta is housed in the stomach area and causes hot, sharp and acidic energy. When people ingest food that aggravates pitta like citrus juices, chillies, onions, fried food and alcohol, then it causes heartburn. Extreme consumption of caffeine also results in Pitta aggravation. If you are going through stress, lack proper sleep and are taking painkillers, then it increases the production of toxins in the body and causes heartburn.

Major symptoms of heartburn or acid reflux

• Chest pain
• Nausea
• Pain while taking and gulping food
• Water brash
• Severe headache

Natural ways that are suggested in Ayurveda to treat acidity or acid reflux

Ayurveda promises different home treatments for acidity and these help you see miraculous results in a few days of following them. In case you are suffering from acidity you can follow these home and natural remedies

Indian gooseberry

It is an Indian fruit that is tangy and rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties that help you reduce or balance the pitta which is fiery and burning. The main reason for the cause of acid reflux is an increase in pitta. When you take raw gooseberry or consume this in the juice form you can balance pitta and reduce acidity. It is also good for all health ailments especially related to the digestive system.

Cumin seeds

It is yet another treatment to get rid of acid reflux. You can mix the cumin powder in the water and allow the water to boil and later strain out cumin seeds or the residue and consume this every morning instead of normal water. This solution will give instant relief and is the best remedy to fight acidity.

Fennel seeds

Fennel seeds have good medicinal value and you can boil them in water and consume them to get instant relaxation when are prone to heartburn. You can also consume fennel tea or chew them after having food for better digestion.

Liquorice and honey

You can grind the root to powder and add a little bit of honey to the powder and make it a paste and consume this after having meals every day to nullify acid and get quick relief.

White pumpkin juice

You can peel the pumpkin and make it into small pieces. Taking this half, a cup every day would give you quick relief from acidity.

Mint leaves

The mint would reduce the production of acid and keeps you cool from the burning sensation in the stomach. You can also boil the mint leaves and consume the water after being cooled down to get quick relief.

Tulsi

It is the best ayurvedic remedy that can treat hyperacidity and it increases the production of mucus in the stomach and is loaded with a lot of anti-ulcer properties. You can ease discomfort in the stomach by chewing two to three Tulsi leaves every day.

Cardamom

It is also good for digestion, reduces spasms in the stomach and soothes the stomach lining and keeps the production of acid at bay. You can crush and add them to boiling water to see brisk results.

Cloves

It also increases the production of saliva which can help in digestion and keep the symptoms that can cause acidity at bay. You can chew a clove to get relief from acidity. The oil that is released from the clove would give instant relief.

Ginger

It is the best ayurvedic and natural home remedy you can follow when you have a burning sensation in the stomach. It promotes better digestion and supplies all nutrients required for the body. Consuming this gives protection to the body from stomach ulcers by increasing mucus production.

Buttermilk

You can drink buttermilk adding asafoetida and turmeric. You can consume this at night to reap many health benefits.

Jaggery

It is yet another ayurvedic remedy that you can have with boiled ash gourd. It gives relief from the burning sensation in the stomach.

Cold milk

The presence of calcium in the stomach also reduces acid problems and gives relief from the burning sensation of coldness.

Holistic approaches

Stay hydrated

Most health issues can be fought with water. Consuming the water will flush out all impurities piled up and promotes smoother digestion

Yoga and meditation 

According to Ayurveda, acidity can be reduced with various yoga poses which would gently massage the abdominal area and improve digestive fire. Thereby increasing the blood flow. The best yoga poses which you can do are Ushtra asana, Pawana muktasana, Marjariasana, Vajrasana, Adho Mukha Svanasana and Trikonasana.

Meditation is the best way to get rid of stress and gain peace. Practising meditation along with yoga will give balance to Pitta and promote effective digestion.

Conclusion

The above-mentioned home remedies or natural remedies can be followed to reduce acid reflux. These are the best yet natural ways to reduce irritation caused due to Pitta dosha.