Most adults will experience heartburn which is caused by the
acid reflux. It means that if people want to reduce the heartburn experience
which is uncomfortable, they have to get rid of the acid reflux. Some people
maybe will get rushed to find the medication which can help them relieve the
acid reflux but actually there are some home remedies for acid reflux which
can be used so they do not have to spend any money for buying the medication or
seeing the doctor. The acid reflux can be treated at home by changing several
habits. There are also some foods which can be eaten for reducing the acid
reflux.
Habit Changes
There are some habits which can trigger the acid reflux so if
people want to be free from the uncomfortable feeling, they need to change
their habit. It can be very simple but it will be very useful for reducing the
discomfort.
· People should not lie down because it can make
the acid reflux get worse especially at night. People should elevate the upper
part of the body so the acid can be kept in the place where it belongs so the
digestion process can be supported better.
· People also need to change their eating habit.
They should eat in smaller bites and slowly for providing proper time for
stomach to digest the food. They also need to avoid the foods which can trigger
the acid reflux. They must not eat 3-4 hours before bedtime.
· It is better if people can track the trigger
or acid reflux so they can avoid it happening in the future.
· Tight fitting clothes should be avoided.
· People also need to avoid alcohol and smoking.
· Healthy weight should be maintained as well.
Remedies from the Kitchen
There is no need to buy expensive medication because acid reflux
can be treated with home remedies which can be found right in their kitchen.
· ½ or 1 teaspoon of baking soda should be mixed
well with a glass of fresh water. Taking this mixture will be useful for
neutralizing the stomach acid.
· The burning sensation can be soothed by
drinking ½ cup of Aloe Vera juice before meals.
· Chewing gum will be useful for increasing the
saliva which can neutralize the stomach acid.
· Acid reflux can be prevented by taking more
acid such as one tablespoon of raw apple cider vinegar which is unfiltered
mixed with 6-8 ounces of fresh water.
· Some other options can be taken including
banana, apple, gingerroot tea, mustard, almond, and chamomile tea.