Acid reflux remedies are needed by a growing number of people. Usually caused by diet and lifestyle, such as excessive smoking, drinking, greasy foods, and stress, acid reflux can cause serious discomfort and can be very dangerous if allowed to go untreated for any length of time. The acids of the stomach can burn the stomach lining and the esophagus.
Reflux can be treated by using one of the many medications available, but these are only a temporary solution, only easing the symptoms and not actually curing the problem. Fortunately, there are many natural cures for acid reflux that are non-addictive and have no side effects.
Acid Reflux Remedies
- The most popular and well-known acid reflux remedy is baking soda. Just one spoonful in a glass of water can be enough to relieve the symptoms.
- A very effective acid reflux remedy can also be found in the form of an herbal tea. Fennel or chamomile tea, either made fresh from herbs or used as ready-made tea bags, have calming effects on the system.
- Apple cider vinegar is another well-known natural treatment for acid reflux. It can help to regulate enzymes and acid production in the system and so eases the symptoms felt by sufferers. Apple cider vinegar actually helps to alkalyze the body’s acidity.
- Aloe juice is very good for the digestive system as a whole, and can also help to reduce the acid production and so lessen any symptoms.
- Drinking water is a very good way to relieve oneself of the discomfort of acid reflux. Drinking an extra glass or two after meals can help dilute the stomach acid and cleanse the esophagus.
- Another way to dilute the stomach acid is with saliva. Chewing gum can increase saliva production and so help relieve acid reflux.
- By the same token, chewing fennel seeds after a meal can also help. Fennel is known to aid gastrointestinal problems and also increase saliva.
- Another popular drink would be milk. This is a popular choice to settle the system, as it neutralizes the acids in the stomach.
- Eating some foods can help to alleviate the effects of acid reflux. For example, fruits such as apples, nuts such as almonds, and herbs such as ginger can all help sufferers and ease discomfort.
- Acid reflux remedies also include eating licorice, which can produce helpful mucus. This can, in turn, protect the esophagus and stomach lining. Licorice is also an excellent anti-inflammatory and aids the immune system. Licorice is not typically a fast solution for reflux, however, and may be slow to show results.
Natural acid reflux treatment is a trial and error process. What works for one person may not work for someone else and in some cases can make the symptoms worse for one person while having an immediate positive effect on another.
Before taking any herbal supplement, professional medical advice should be sought, especially if currently on medications. If the symptoms are long lasting or not easing after using natural remedies, it may be worth asking the advice of a doctor, as there may be an underlying cause that needs to be addressed.
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HERBAL ENCYCLOPEDIA OF REMEDIES