Do you suffer from acidity often? 7 quick home remedies that promise relief

Drinking coconut water helps reduce heat in the stomach which restores pH balance. (Picture Credit: Pexels)

• Acid reflux can be managed with lifestyle changes and natural remedies
• Cold milk, fennel seeds, ginger, and bananas help relieve acidity symptoms
• Stress reduction and staying upright after meals can minimize heartburn

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Acidity is perhaps one of the most common digestive issues faced by people today, irrespective of their age and eating habits. Hypermobility or Acid reflux is a medical condition of abnormal acid reflux which afflicts the upward flow of citrus juice from the stomach to food pipe, resulting in symptoms like heartburn, bloating, sour burps and discomfort in chest area.

Occasional heartburn is common and can often be managed by making some lifestyle changes, including those around eating habits. Spicy and hot foods, too much caffeine or alcohol, smoking, late-night eating and long-term stress are some of the most common triggers. A lot of people feel the burn in the mid-to-lower chest, and it’s called heartburn.

“Many people turn to antacid for instant relief, but if those medications are used frequently — without lifestyle changes — you’re not going to solve the problem by getting rid of the acid from your stomach,” says Dr Neelam Kapoor, Consultant Nutritionist, MotherLand Care in Faridabad.

Simple home remedies to combat acid reflux can be highly effective in balancing the stomach’s pH levels, improving digestion and calming an irritated gut lining. “A combination of natural remedies along with consciously choosing to eat food that does not lead to acidity will keep in check acidity,” she shares. The earlier we find the triggers and make small, daily changes can set us on a path to maintaining lifelong digestive health.

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Drink Cold Milk

Chilled milk serves as an antacid to balance the rate of gastric acid secretion. It also lines the walls of the stomach which makes burning in acid reflux far less intense. Use milk that is devoid of sugar or anything else.

Chew Fennel (Saunf) Seeds

While fennel seeds help in digestion and decrease acid production. Chew one teaspoon of pickle after meals to prevent bloating, gas and acidity.

Try Ginger

Ginger also has anti-inflammatory effects to help soothe the digestive tract. Ginger tea or sucking on a small piece of raw ginger can ease the feeling of acidity.

Eat a Banana or Apple

Bananas and apples are both alkaline in nature which naturally help to neutralise excess stomach acid. They’re also high in fibre which keeps things moving through the intestines to reduce reflux and indigestion.

Sip Coconut Water

Coconut water helps to reduce heat in the stomach which restore PH balance. It also supports the body's ability to produce protective mucus on the lining of the stomach.

Do Not Lie Down After a Meal

Staying upright for at least 30–40 minutes after meals, keeps the acid from getting back into the food pipe and thus minimizing discomfort due to heartburn.

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Practice Stress Reduction

Stress increases acid production. Easy things such as deep breathing, yoga or a brief stroll following meals can decrease acidity episodes drastically.

FAQs on quick remedies of acidity:

1. What is acidity?

Acidity occurs when excess stomach acid flows back into the food pipe, causing heartburn, bloating, and discomfort.

2. What are quick home remedies for acidity?

Drinking cold milk, chewing fennel seeds, having buttermilk, eating a banana, or sipping coconut water can provide quick relief.

3. Does drinking water help acidity?

Yes. Drinking plain or lukewarm water can help dilute stomach acid and wash it back into the stomach.

4. Can ginger help reduce acidity?

Yes. Ginger has natural anti-inflammatory properties and can help soothe the stomach when taken in small amounts.

5. Is baking soda safe for acidity?

Occasional use of baking soda mixed with water may give temporary relief, but it should not be used regularly without medical advice.

Disclaimer: This article, including health and fitness advice, only provides generic information. Don’t treat it as a substitute for qualified medical opinion. Always consult a specialist for specific health diagnosis