Home Remedy for Acidity

Acidity refers excessive secretion of acid in digestive system; in fact, hydrochloric acid is used in the digestive process, secreted by digestive glands, for primary digestion of foods. When this secretion of acid becomes abnormally high, it increases the ph factor of body hence acidity occurs. In case, acid secretion becomes inadequate for the digestion of intake food, the condition leads to indigestion.

Consumption of milk or milk made products helps to neutralize acidity in some specific case. However, those who have lactose intolerance should not try this remedy because of adverse result caused by the intake of milk products.

Clove oil helps to manage with acidity so in case of acidity, you can chew pieces of clove to get rid off this problem.

Ginger is rich in its gastrointestinal medicinal properties. You have to take raw ginger and coriander pulp in one tea spoon basis (1:1) for consumption in case of acute acidity. It helps to cure the problem. However, in case of acute acidity it my not work, it needs to be consumed regularly before or after meal.

Soda is alkaline in nature; intake of one tablespoon soda with one glass lukewarm water neutralize acidity, thus proves as instant remedy in acute acidity. This remedy is an instant excellent remedy for acidity.

Consumption of coconut water 3-4 per day may reduce the tendency of acid formation. The chronic patients of acidity should try this easy remedy for managing this irritating problem.

Sedentary life style triggers acidity, thus exercise, brisk walking and late nights are to be avoided. It is better if you take your dinner at least two hours before going to bed; it helps for better digestion.

Regular consumption of watermelon, banana, and cucumber reduces the tendency of acidity thus adding these fruits in diet the problem can be managed partially. It is better to consume any of these fruits after meal to equalize the problem of acidity.

Drinking adequate water triggers more urination in normal cases. It neutralizes the intensity of acid and reduces the problem of acidity.

The chronic patient should consume ½ cup of cabbage soup in morning to manage the problem of acidity for the rest of the day; this remedy helps to prevent the problem permanently if can be continued for 2-3 months regularly.