What are the symptoms of acidity

Question

Stomach acids are necessary for the digestion of food. However, if too much acid develops in the stomach, it can cause acid reflux (heartburn) or a disease called gastroesophageal reflux disease (gerd). Obesity, pregnancy, and other medical conditions can also lead to increased stomach acid.

Management:
- avoid fried, fatty, spicy food, chocolates, tomatoes and citrus fruits.
- eat smaller, more frequent meals.
- give your digestive system an assist from gravity by not eating too close to bedtime. Wait at least 3 hours after eating before you lie down.
- lose excess weight.
- avoid alcohol and caffeinated beverages.
- stop smoking. Smoking interferes with digestion and can damage the lining of the esophagus.
- wear loose fitting clothes. Tight waistbands compress the internal organs and may block digestion.
- raise the head of your bed 4 or 5 inches higher than the foot.
- get enough sleep. Try sleeping on your left side.

- chewing your food thoroughly makes it easier to swallow and digest, thus reducing or preventing symptoms of heartburn.
- drink plenty of water. Water has a neutral ph, which can help neutralize stomach acids and help your body absorb nutrients easily.

Medication:
take homoeopathic medicine   natrum phos. 6x/thrice daily 1/2 an hour after the meals.

Sucharitra Picasso · Accepted Answer

Stomach acids are necessary for the digestion of food. However, if too much acid develops in the stomach, it can cause acid reflux (heartburn) or a disease called gastroesophageal reflux disease (gerd). Obesity, pregnancy, and other medical conditions can also lead to increased stomach acid.

Management:
- avoid fried, fatty, spicy food, chocolates, tomatoes and citrus fruits.
- eat smaller, more frequent meals.
- give your digestive system an assist from gravity by not eating too close to bedtime. Wait at least 3 hours after eating before you lie down.
- lose excess weight.
- avoid alcohol and caffeinated beverages.
- stop smoking. Smoking interferes with digestion and can damage the lining of the esophagus.
- wear loose fitting clothes. Tight waistbands compress the internal organs and may block digestion.
- raise the head of your bed 4 or 5 inches higher than the foot.
- get enough sleep. Try sleeping on your left side.

- chewing your food thoroughly makes it easier to swallow and digest, thus reducing or preventing symptoms of heartburn.
- drink plenty of water. Water has a neutral ph, which can help neutralize stomach acids and help your body absorb nutrients easily.

Medication:
take homoeopathic medicine   natrum phos. 6x/thrice daily 1/2 an hour after the meals.

Ashok Gupta · Answer

-avoid outside spicy and fried food.

-walk about 3-5 kms daily.

-there should be gap of 2hrs after dinner and sleep.

-small and frequent meals is of help.

-keep your blood sugar controlled.

-raise your bed about 4" from headend side.

-get your gastroendoscopy done.

-tab nexpro-l 1 tab empty stomach. Consult doctor.