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Natural Home Remedies for Heartburn

Thursday, July 29th, 2010

Very large meals, certain foods, overweight, smoking or pregnancy are often the cause of heartburn, also known as heartburn. However, check with your doctor if you have heartburn three or four times a week for several weeks.

To relieve heartburn, you can use natural neutralizers home remedies below.

Drink a glass of water when you begin to feel discomfort. The water will dilute the acid and will lower the stomach.

Acupressure to relieve heartburn – Apply medium pressure with the tip of the thumb for a minute sections:

-Nei Guan, located on the side of the palm in the center, 2 inches above the wrist.

-Hegu, located at the top of the hand, in the depression between the thumb and forefinger. (more…)

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Natural Treatment for Acid Reflux

Wednesday, February 17th, 2010

When food enters the stomach, digestive enzymes (including hydrochloric acid) are mixed with water and begin the process of metabolizing food into usable form. A garrison of mucus protects the stomach from irritation due to these acids.

However, after eating a heavy meal (or foods that have a particularly high level of acidity), digestive juices can work harder, and can move up into the esophagus. In addition, pregnancy or excessive weight can push the stomach higher, increasing the likelihood of acid reflux of digestive juices.

The natural way

Much can be done to improve digestion and harmony in the stomach. Consumption smaller, more frequent meals throughout the day can help with digestion. The selection of food is crucial – for some foods (such as most of condiments, spicy foods and junk foods) may contribute to the common stinging in the stomach and esophagus. Eating before bedtime can also be problematic, because gravity is working against the stomach and can cause acid reflux common. (more…)

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