HYPER ACIDITY IN AYURVEDA
- February 10, 2021
- Posted by Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh
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Acidity means an increased level of acid in the stomach. In the stomach, hydrochloric acid is a digestive juice that breaks down food particles in their tiny form to aid digestion. When the stomach contains excessive amounts of hydrochloric acid, the condition is known as acidity.
Acid means sour and bile means heat. Therefore, acidity is a condition that causes sour belching and burning sensation in the body. Increased bile reduces the digestive fire, leading to improper digestion in the production of food and mangoes (toxins). It accumulates in the common digestive channels and causes acidity. Ayurvedic treatment of acidosis should soothe the increased pitta dosha.
To eliminate toxins from the body and to clean the channels, such herbs should be used which are bile destroyer and mild laxative.
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Symptoms:
- Stomach Stiffness
- Loss of appetite
- Constipation
- Indigestion
- Sell sour
- Actual vomiting
- Feeling of discomfort
Reason:
The main cause of acidity is the increase of Pitta dosha in the body. There are many reasons for the increase of Pitta, the main among them are:
- Do not eat foods that do not correspond to foods such as milk and fish, milk and salt, excessively sour or spicy foods and excess liquids, maida products and white sugar products, smoking and tea, excessive coffee and alcohol. Stopping urges of consumption, urination and feces,
- Waking up late at night, excessive stress, anger and hunger, excessive exposure to sun and heat and gastro-duodenal ulcers.
Diet and Lifestyle:
- Avoid tea, coffee, and carbonated or alcoholic beverages.
- Avoid processed and fermented foods.
- Avoid using garlic, ginger, onions, tomatoes, and vinegar in cooking.
- Curd should be strictly avoided at night.
- Take food in a relaxed environment at regular intervals.
- Practice yoga and pranayama such as Vajrasana, Bhujangasana, Salabhasana, Bhastrika Pranayama, Shitali Pranayama and Shikhari Pranayama.
Home remedies:
Coriander Seeds
Coriander seeds show calming & carminative effect on the body. The loss of appetite, bloating, spasms, indigestion, nausea, vomiting related to acidity patients are treated with the herb coriander.
How to use
- Take a teaspoonful of coriander seeds to boil it in two cups of water until remaining half cup. Strain the seeds & drink this herbal decoction for removing acidity.
- The powdered form of coriander seeds can be used for treating acidity naturally.
Fennel Seeds
Fennel seeds are good herb for reducing acidity naturally without using any antacids. The use of fennel seeds provides a soothing effect on the stomach & prevents stomach spasm. These seeds are loaded with vitamins, minerals, fibers that maintain the digestion process.
How to use
- Take a teaspoonful of fennel seeds & chew eat daily after every meal. It will help you in reducing acidity, spasm, & abdominal pain.
- Take a teaspoonful of fennel seeds in two cups of water. Boil this mixture until the remaining half cup. Strain the seeds, let it cool down, & drink daily.
Aloe Vera
The Aloe vera herb is an effective home remedy for acidity. This herb shows anti-inflammatory, analgesic, cooling, & carminative effect on the body.
How to use
- Take the fresh pulp of Aloe vera and consume it for reducing heartburn, acidity, & burning sensation.
- The herbal juice of Aloe vera is also good for health as it reduces acidity naturally & acts as an effective home remedy. So consume 30 ml of Aloe vera juice twice daily on an empty stomach.
Green Coconut Water
The green coconut water keeps the stomach acid secretion normal & reduces acidity. Green coconut water is rich in fiber content that prevents the acid reflux, improves loss of appetite, & indigestion problem.
How to use
- Drink green coconut water daily as it flushes out the acid from the body.
- Not only green coconut but you can also drink the water of brown coconut as it is good for health.
Indian Gooseberry
Indian gooseberry is commonly known as “Amla” which reduces acidity. The fruit of Amla is also beneficial in healing the damaged stomach lines & esophagus. It prevents loss of appetite, indigestion, heartburn, burning sensation in the chest, etc.
How to use
- Eat fresh Amla fruit daily as it is beneficial for keeping you healthy.
- You can also take 30 ml of Amla juice by mixing an equal amount of water early in the morning on an empty stomach.
Mint leaves
The mint leaves are an ideal herb for acidity as it helps in soothing the acid reflux in the stomach. Mint leaves are the best natural coolant that reduces burning sensation, improves digestion, reduces indigestion, prevents nausea, & vomiting related to acidity patients.
How to use:
- Chew a few leaves of mint daily early in the morning for reducing acidity.
- Take a few mint leaves & boil it in two cups of water. Strain the leaves, let it cool down, & drink this herbal decoction.
These home remedies are good for reducing & removing acidity naturally. The remedies that are easily available at your home can be consumed.
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Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh is the younger Vaidya in Chandigarh Ayurved & Panchakarma Centre. He is the fourth generation in his family who is practicing as a general consultant in Ayurved & Panchakarma treatment at Chandigarh. In his practice, he had treated more than 1 Lakh Plus patients worldwide.