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Are you taking Care of your Heartburn problem?

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Heartburn or acid reflux, commonly known as acidity, occurs when acid from the stomach that has to help with digestion of food makes its way into the esophagus or food pipe. This causes the unpleasant burning feeling, accompanied by nausea, headaches and so on. Heartburn, if left untreated, can become a serious medical issue over time and can also cause the cells to mutate because of their repeated exposure to the stomach acids. Many remedies exist to help a person to cope with heartburn. However, it is always safer to consult one’s doctor before choosing a remedy. One should avoid eating spicy, fried, outside, junk or stale food when faced with heartburn. Instead, it makes more sense to opt for a spice-free, fresh, home-cooked meal. Eating something at regular intervals throughout the day in place of three huge meals a day is also recommended. Another way to combat acidity is by incorporating a lot of fruits and vegetables in one’s diet. Their high water content helps to n
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Home remedies for heartburn: Reality or Myth?

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Acidity is a very prevalent lifestyle related condition amongst the people today. With the ongoing lifestyle choices that majority of people make and given the sedentary lifestyle they already live, Acidity is bound to happen. But then the question arises; are these home made remedies for heartburn and acidity effective or just a sham? The answer is yes they are. But they need to be regularly taken for a prolonged period of time before the results start to show. Whereas, effective and good antacid brands prove to give instant relief from acidity. You need to strike a balance between the home remedies and antacids in order to get an effective cure from acidity.
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4 Benefits of Svarjiksara

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Svarjiksara is impure sodium bicarbonate . It is commonly known as baking soda . When combined with some acids like citric acid or lemon juice, it gives away Carbon Dioxide. It has an alkalinizing effect on the human body and that is the reason is it used in many antacids for fast relief from acidity . It is also used as an ingredient in one of the home remedies for acidity and gas. Here are 4 health benefits of Svarjiksara or Baking Soda: For Acidity and Flatulence: Having a teaspoon full of baking soda with a lemon’s juice in a glass of water and ward off acidity instantly.  For Acne Marks: Apply paste of baking soda to the surface that has the acne mark. Wash with water after 10-15 mins. For Bad Breath: Baking soda can be used as a perfect mouthwash. Mix one teaspoon baking soda in a glass of water and swish around your mouth without gulping. Regular rinsing of mouth with this solution will prove to be beneficial. For Dandruff: Mix the required amount of shampoo
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10 tips on How to avoid Acidity

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Heartburn or acidity is that acute, sharp and burning sensation that you feel right below the sternum when you eat junk food or something spicy or have been empty stomach since a long time. Physiologically, it is caused by the overproduction of acid in the stomach.  That stomach ache and sour after-taste in your mouth is actually the result of acidity.  There is no dearth of  antacids in India  and various companies promote their products as the ‘go-to’ product for  instant acidity reliefs. Image Credit: TrueWeight.in But there are several other ways in which you can avoid this evil altogether Do not overeat. Overeating is a very unhealthy habit that leads to various lifestyle problems. Avoid spicy and oily or fatty foods and red meat Avoid coffee and tea, aerated drinks; they irritate the stomach lining. Drink more water to stay well hydrated. Avoid being empty stomach. Consume easy-to-digest foods. Do not smoke. Drink cold milk as it neutralizes excess ac
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