In acidity our stomach produces too much acid which can flow back into the food pipe, resulting in various conditions like heartburn, bad breath, indigestion, and a sour taste in the mouth.
Its major causes include unhealthy eating habits, stress, lack of sleep, smoking, certain foods, etc. Here are some home remedies that may help you reduce your acidity after meals.
Cloves: Sucking a piece of clove after a meal neutralizes acidity and gets rid of symptoms like indigestion, nausea, flatulence, stomach irritability, etc.
Fennel or Saunf: One teaspoon of fennel powder with one glass of warm water relieves symptoms of acidity like heartburn and bloating and improves digestion.
Ginger: Ginger increases digestive juices that help break down food and prevent excess stomach acid. Chew it or drink it as a tea for effective results.
Ajwain: It serves as an anti-acidic agent, providing relief from flatulence and acidity. It also soothes the stomach and provides comfort from acidity symptoms.
Jaggery: Jaggery is rich in potassium and magnesium, both of which have beneficial properties against acidity. Potassium helps balance pH while magnesium helps your digestive system function normally.
Turmeric: Turmeric contains ‘curcumin’ which can soothe stomach irritation and the digestive system with its anti-inflammatory effects.
Papaya: Containing a natural enzyme ‘papain’, papaya balances the pH level in the stomach, helping reduce gastric acid secretion and ease acidity to normal.
While the mentioned home remedies may help reduce acidity, don’t forget to consult health experts in case of severe or constant acidity-related symptoms.