Acidity Troubling You? Here’s How Ayurveda Can Help

Introduction

Acidity is a common health condition faced by most people nowadays. Acidity can be termed as the amount of acid substance in your stomach. There are various reasons behind the development of acidity like poor lifestyle changes, unhealthy eating habits, stress, etc.

According to Ayurveda, acidity is known as ' Amlapitta'. The imbalance of Pitta dosha is the main reason for the occurrence of acidity.

Ayurveda has various natural ways to cure acidity and digestion problems.

Symptoms Of Acidity

General symptoms of acidity are

• Chest and stomach pain.
• Bitter taste in the mouth.
• Nausea or vomiting.
• Bloating.
• Weight loss without any reason.
• Pressure in the chest after food consumption.
• Burping.
• Burning sensation in throat and stomach.

Symptoms of acidity can be easily identified by noticing the symptoms like bloating, burping, burning sensation in throat and stomach, weight loss without any reason, bitter taste in the mouth, nausea or vomiting, pressure in the chest after food consumption, chest and stomach pain, etc.

Causes Of Amlapitta

Amla pitta can occur due to various reasons. Some of the general causes are

• Stress

  Stress is an important factor that leads to the development of acidity because an increase in stress level reduces the production of prostaglandins substances that protects the stomach from the effect of acids.

• Anger

  Anger affects very badly on our health in any sense. Anger leads to stomach contractions that in turn leads to upper abdominal pain.

• Hot environment

  Hot environment causes an increase in body mass index. Such a condition leads to digestion problems and similarly acidity troubles.

• Spicy foods

  Spicy foods are rich in a compound called capsaicin that lowers the rate of digestion. .

Ayurveda has various natural ways to cure amla pitta effectively.

The imbalance of Pitta dosha is the main reason for acidity problems. The factors like stress, anger, spicy foods, hot environment, etc lead to the aggravation of pitta dosha which in turn leads to the development of acidity.

Herbal Remedies To Cure Acidity Symptoms( Amlapitta)

Herbal remedies can be trusted always and have no side effects. Various natural ways to control acidity and digestion issues are

• Fennel seeds

  Chewing a few fennel seeds after your meals every day is one of the best ways to prevent acidity symptoms. Fennel seed contains oil that helps in reducing bloating and improves digestion. .

• Amla juice

  From ancient times onwards consumption of amla is considered a fine remedy to regulate excess production of pitta dosha. Drinking a glass of amla juice daily reduces stomach discomforts and burning sensations. .

• Yashtimadhu

  Yashtimadhu is widely used in Ayurveda in curing digestive disorders and respiratory problems. Yashtimadhu contains demulcent and antiulcerogenic agents which heal gastric and duodenal ulcers naturally.

• Ashwagandha

  Ashwagandha is rich in various anxiolytic, anti-inflammatory, and antiarthritic properties. Ashwagandha is popular in treating diseases like constipation, gastrointestinal issues, acid reflux, etc.

• Aloe Vera juice

  Drinking a glass of aloe vera juice every day on an empty stomach is an effective way to treat acidity symptoms. Aloe-vera juice is rich in anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that are found very helpful in treating bouts of acid reflux.

• Shatavari

  Consuming a spoon of Shatavari powder with a glass of milk can prevent the symptoms of acidity. Shatavari contains various medicinal properties. Shatavari is popular for its cytoprotective activity that automatically increases the lifespan of mucosal cells. Hence, the stomach is getting protected from acid attacks.

• Coriander water

  Coriander seeds are effective in reducing acidity symptoms. Coriander is known for improving digestion by moderating Agni( digestive fire). Also, coriander can control the increase of excessive pitta dosha and acidity levels. .

• Coconut water

  Coconut water is rich in electrolytes which promote pH balance in the body. Hence, acid reflux can be controlled naturally.

• Lukewarm milk

  Drinking a glass of lukewarm milk before your bed is a fine solution for preventing acidity symptoms. Milk is rich in calcium which is very essential for maintaining pH balance and improves digestion.

• Jeera water

  Drinking jeera water regularly helps in preventing acidity, bloating, and digestion problems. Also, jeera water helps to eliminate body toxins.

Various herbs that can control excess acid production in the stomach are jeera(Cumin), aloe vera juice, lukewarm milk, coriander water, coconut water, amla juice, yashti Madhu, fennel seeds, ashwagandha, etc. All these herbs are easily available.

Lifestyle Changes To Prevent Acidity Symptoms

Certain lifestyle habits that can control acidity symptoms are listed below

• Quit smoking

  Smoking increases the production of stomach acid because the nicotine content of tobacco relaxes the valve between the esophagus and stomach and increases the chances of acid reflux.

• Reduce excess weight

  Overweight causes various health issues to people. Excess weight leads to acid leakage due to abdominal pressure.

• Avoid being hungry for long hours

  When we are hungry for long hours, acid starts accumulating in the stomach which causes various discomforts like burning sensation, stomach pain, etc. .

• Avoid sour fruits

  Stay away from sour fruits because such fruits contain more hydrogen ions and lower the Ph balance in the body.

• Eat-in small quantities

  Instead of heavy meals, try to consume foods in small quantities so that the digestion system will improve and prevent acidity symptoms.

• Avoid lying down just after your meals

  Lying down after your meals causes the production of more acids and causes digestion problems. .

• Yoga

  Practicing yoga regularly reduces digestive issues and keeps you healthy both mentally as well as physically.

• Drinking water

  Drinking plenty of water is another solution to prevent acidity symptoms. Drinking more water increases the Ph of your stomach that will automatically dilute the stomach acids.

• Take enough rest

  Proper sleep is enough for staying healthy. Lack of sleep increases a rise in stomach acid which in turn leads to heartburn.

• Keep your head elevated when you sleep

  Lying in such a position helps to prevent acid reflux.

Lifestyle habits are the key factor that determines one's health. Proper rest, drinking plenty of water, eating in smaller quantities, quitting smoking and alcohol, reducing overweight, practicing yoga are some of the best lifestyle habits that we can follow to control acidity troubles.

Conclusion

Natural ways are the best curing method to prevent acidity symptoms. Ayurveda says that maintaining proper lifestyle habits and herbal remedies can prevent acidity symptoms very positively without any side effects.

References

• Charaka Samhita.