Natural Cure For Heartburn
More than one third of the population is afflicted by heartburn. There are many ways to stop the heartburn. There is the traditional way of treating it by taking prescribed medications. But there are also natural ways to beat that flare ups, most of which are natural and can be found right in your own kitchen.
Why should we consider a natural cure for heartburn? Well, first herbal heartburn remedies may be just as effective as more traditional remedies at relieving symptoms of heartburn. Second, it is far cheaper than purchasing its over-the-counter counterparts. You almost always get relief from associated or related illnesses or conditions.
Most of the natural cures for heartburn are herbs. Try these whenever you suffer from the horrible heartburn.
Chamomile. Chamomile is renowned for its soothing and stomach setting quality. Chamomile has a long history of use in Europe for digestive ailments. The active constituents of chamomile have anti-inflammatory properties, and ease spasm and discomfort in the digestive tract.
Chamomile is great for reducing stress also, and when you relieve stress you are also eliminating one of the factors that trigger heartburn.
Ginger. It is another herbal heartburn remedy. Ginger can be eaten by itself, but it is best to add this ingredient in some favorite recipes. Ginger has very favorable effects on the gastrointestinal system and the stomach. Add 1 1/2 teaspoons ginger root to 1 cup water; simmer for ten minutes. Drink as needed.
Brown rice. Plain or with a little sweetening, rice can help relieve discomfort. Rice is a complex carbohydrate and is a bland food, which is less likely to increase acidity or relax the sphincter muscle
Cream of tartar. Mix 1/2 teaspoon and add 1/2 teaspoon baking soda in a glass of water. Take 1 teaspoon of the solution as needed to produce an acid neutralizer.
Baking soda or sodium bicarbonate. It is used in an aqueous solution as an antacid taken orally to treat acid indigestion and heartburn. Take 1/2 teaspoon in 1/2 glass water. Check the antacid use information on the box before using this remedy, however.
But if you’re on a salt-restricted diet, do not use baking soda. It’s rich with sodium. And do not use it if you’re experiencing nausea, stomachache, gas, cramps, or stomach distention from overeating.
Apple cider vinegar. Take a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar diluted in half a glass of water, and it can also be added with honey. It effectively stops heartburn.
Aloe Vera juice. It can also be used to soothe an irritated esophagus. It is used internally for healing and soothing of digestive conditions such as heartburn and irritable bowel syndrome.
Apples. They cool the burn of stomach acid. Eat them fresh, with the skin still on, or cook them for desserts. Compared to many other fruits and vegetables, apples contain relatively low amounts of Vitamin C as well as several other antioxidant compounds. Highly acidic fruits contribute to worsening of heartburn.
Papaya. The fruit can be eaten straight or can be made into a juice. Drink 1 cup papaya juice combined with 1 teaspoon sugar and 2 pinches cardamom to relieve acid. Its enzyme, papaya, helps in fighting indigestion.
