Acid reflux is one of the symptoms of gall bladder stone. But,
just because you have it, doesn’t mean you have cholelithiasis.
This condition feels like there’s burning inside your chest
all the way to your neck. I experience this, too, after having a heavy meal,
like roasted pig.
There are medications available to help in calming the
burning. To save you from going to a pharmacy, you can just try natural
remedies for acid reflux. Let’s take a look at some of them and find out
whether or not they truly work.
Melatonin supplement
It’s a natural supplement that’s mainly used as a sleeping
aid. However, there have been some studies showing that it can help in
relieving acid reflux. Unfortunately, these studies are non-conclusive. But there
are people who could swear its effectiveness.
Hence, before you take it, make sure that you check with
your doctor.
Milk
Drinking a glass of milk, whether hot or cold, may help relieve
the condition. However, doctors believe that it may produce more acid, thereby,
worsening your heartburn. Although it can temporarily provide a buffer, it’s
not advisable.
Despite that, you should not get rid of milk from your diet
as it’s rich in calcium. But don’t overdo it. Doctors recommend drinking not
more than 8 ounces of it at a time.
Gum
This one does wonder to your acid reflux. By chewing gum,
production of more saliva is stimulated, thereby, providing acid buffer.
And as you chew gum, you’re swallowing more, pushing the
acids back to the esophagus and to your stomach.
When you use this home remedy, however, make sure that you’re
chewing sugar-free. It’s not because it can trigger heartburn but this option
protects your teeth while alleviating your condition.
Baking soda
I’ve tried this home remedy once. It worked because baking
soda is a sodium bicarbonate that neutralizes acid.
To use, simply add a teaspoon of baking soda to a glass of
water. (I used warm water.) Stir. Make sure that it’s well-mixed before you
drink the concoction.
Here are some strategies to soothe the burn
>Don’t eat foods that can trigger this condition. These
foods will include caffeine, citrus fruits, chocolate, and high-fat foods. Instead,
focus on eating more fiber to help digest what you’re eating and move it to
your stomach a lot easier.
>Don’t eat heavy meals or 3 big ones. Instead, you
should trying eating 6 meals a day. Eating one big meal can trigger heartburn.
>Eat at least 3 hours before bedtime. In this way,
your stomach will have enough time to empty the content before lying down.
>Lose weight by following a
healthy diet. It’s also recommended that you exercise so you’ll lose
weight fast.
>Quit smoking. The act of smoking affects the
muscle that makes sure the acids will stay in the stomach.
>Avoid wearing tight clothes. They’re cool but
they can put a lot of pressure to your abdomen, which may lead to acid reflux.
