Heard of heartburn? No, not the one that denotes enviousness The term heartburn is somewhat misleading because it has nothing to do with the heart! It is basically a symptom of acid reflux, which can happen due to: Irregular meals, Fried, Fatty and Spicy foods, Chocolates, Soda, and Caffeinated beverages Smoking, Alcohol and Pregnancy
The effects of heartburn can be a burning sensation in the stomach and chest Sour taste in the mouth, Bloating and Nausea The symptoms tend to worsen when lying flat or leaning forward But here are some home remedies that you can try to get rid of the problem So now I will tell you about some home remedies to get rid of heartburn Take a glass of warm water Mix 1 teaspoon of baking soda in it
It helps neutralize stomach acids For this next home remedy to get rid of heartburn Take some fennel seeds and chew them You can also have fennel tea It helps calm muscle spasms in the digestive tract
Another home remedy that you can try Take a cup of warm water Add 1 tablespoon of crushed mint leaves in it Leave it for about 30 minutes and Finally, drink it for 2 to 3 times a day Ginger tea also helps ease heartburn and nausea
Now time for some tips to help you deal with your heartburn Having cold milk or an ice cream can be a cool way to reduce heartburn Banana, too, is helpful in most cases Plus, you can have a sugar-free chewing gum as it stimulates saliva which, in turn, acts as an acid buffer To avoid heartburn, do not stay on an empty stomach for a long time as it causes acidity
And take your dinner 2-3 hours prior to your bedtime If your heartburn persists for days, if not weeks, consult your doctor
Gastric Acid Reflux
