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6 Foods And Home Remedies To Combat Acidity - Expert Reveals
Posted 30 Jan 2021 03:47 PM

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6 Foods And Home Remedies To Combat Acidity - Expert Reveals

30-01-2021

To overcome the problem of acidity, one must maintain a healthy lifestyle, which means eating at the right time, eating in a sitting position, chewing your food well, sitting upright for at least half an hour after a meal. Small frequent meals, as opposed to heavy meals and regular exercise all, help keep this in control. There are some foods and home remedies that may help keep acidity or related problems at bay. Home-based remedies do work well in alleviating the symptoms of acidity and also long-term benefits of controlling the acidity.

Here Are 6 Foods And Home Remedies To Combat Acidity:
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1. Ajwain
Carom seeds have long been associated with alleviating gastric discomfort and aiding in robust digestion. Its biochemical Thymol, an active ingredient in ajwain, helps in aiding robust digestion. Carom seeds can be taken with a pinch of salt, chewed and ingested; you can also soak a teaspoon in water overnight and have the water.

2. Saunf
Taking a pinch of saunf (or fennel seeds) after a meal is quite a common part of Indian tradition. This helps with mouth odour but more importantly, this practice started because it helps with digestion. A mixture of saunf and mishry is better for digestion. Saunf is given to small babies for relieving colic - it is safe and effective to use. Other than after a meal, saunf soaked in water overnight can also be used or warm saunf water can be made. Saunf can also be added to tea. Adding a little sugar helps more.

3. Milk and Yogurt
Milk is a perfect antidote for acidity. Cold or room temperature milk relieves acidity immediately. Sipping is the way instead of gulping. Milk is a natural antacid. Rich in calcium salts it neutralises the acid. Yogurt is another way of controlling acidity. In addition to the calcium, it also is a natural probiotic that provides for a healthier gut and better digestion.

4. Honey
Research has shown that taking a teaspoon of honey with warm water helps with acidity. Adding some lemon to it makes it a good alkalising agent which neutralises the acid in the stomach.

5. Dhania or Coriander
Dhania can be used both as fresh leaves and as dried seeds for tackling acidity. Just about 10 ml juice of green coriander works. It can be added to water or buttermilk. Dried coriander seed powder can be sprinkled or added to cooking. Coriander seed tea is another easy way of taking it. Coriander is associated with helping reduce bloating, a common symptom of acidity as well as control nausea and vomiting.

6. Fruits
All fruits, including citrus fruits, leave an alkaline ash, neutralising acids. They also add fibre which improves digestion and health. Taking two fresh fruits daily is a good strategy for controlling acidity. Fruits make for a good snack option, and taking snacks between meals is a good way to control acidity harming the stomach lining.

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