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There are many different names for hyperacidity such as heartburn, gastroesophageal reflux disease (or GERD) and acid reflux disease. All of these diseases are the same problem and it reflects the difference between transient hyperacidity (for example, after overeating) and chronic and prolonged hyperacidity . Increased gastric acid secretion is uncomfortable, but relatively easy to treat. Be sure to always talk to your doctor before starting herbal treatments, especially for pregnant and breastfeeding women.

Steps

Method 1 of 4: Effective Methods of Treatment

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   Avoid drinks and foods that increase stomach acid secretion. You should keep an eye on what foods and drinks increase acid secretion. Make a note of what you eat and how it feels 1 hour after eating. If after 1 hour the food makes you uncomfortable, eliminate it from your diet. Foods that commonly increase stomach acid secretion include:
   • Citrus fruits
   • Caffeinated beverages
   • Chocolate
   • Tomato
   • Onions, garlic
   • Alcohol-based beverages
   • Note: Most of these foods have not been studied enough to make a definitive claim. It's best to identify foods that increase acid secretion on your own, rather than completely eliminating them from your diet.

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   Raise your head if symptoms of hyperacidity interfere with sleep. If possible, raise the head of your bed about 15-20 cm. Gravity will keep the acid in the stomach. However, you should not just stack high pillows because this will bend your neck, bend your body and increase pressure, making the increase in acid production worse.

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   Consider losing weight. Losing weight can help reduce pressure on the lower esophageal sphincter, keeping acid from releasing too much.

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   Eat several small meals. Reducing the amount of food in one meal can help reduce stress and pressure on the stomach.

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   Eat slowly. This helps the stomach to digest food more quickly and easily, thereby reducing the amount of food in the stomach that puts pressure on the lower esophageal sphincter.

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   Check to make sure your stomach isn't under excessive pressure. The pressure increases the discomfort of increased stomach acid secretion. The stomach can be under excessive pressure from a diaphragmatic hernia (the upper part of the stomach that moves over the diaphragm), pregnancy, constipation, or from being overweight.
   • Do not wear clothes that tighten your stomach or stomach.
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Method 2 of 4: Treatments That Can Be Effective

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   Eat apple. Many patients with hyperacidity often calm the stomach by eating apples. Apples are a relatively safe food for people with hyperacidity that you can try. Note, however, that the method of using apples to cure has not been proven and the information that apples have antacid properties is completely wrong.

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   Drink ginger tea. Although there is no reliable evidence to support ginger's therapeutic benefits for increased secretion of stomach acid, ginger has shown that it has a soothing effect on the stomach. You can use ginger tea bag form or cut about 1 teaspoon of fresh ginger to boil in boiling water for about 5 minutes and then drink. Drink ginger tea at any time of the day, but it's best to drink it about 20-30 minutes before meals.
   • Ginger also helps to reduce nausea and vomiting. Ginger tea is safe for pregnant women.

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   Adjust your eating habits. Although it's not clear, many experts believe that eating late at night can make symptoms of hyperacidity worse. Therefore, you should not eat or drink 2-3 hours before bed to reduce the risk of food put pressure on the lower esophageal sphincter during sleep.

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   Avoid stress. Based on recent research, stress makes reflux symptoms subjectively worse, but does not affect the objective condition. To be more comfortable, identify yourself in situations that are stressful and exhausting. Then, find ways to avoid such situations or use different relaxation techniques to cope with stress.
   • Start with a regular combination of meditation, yoga, or resting exercises. You can also practice deep breathing, acupuncture, massage, take a warm bath, or practice saying simple, affirmative statements in front of the mirror to feel more comfortable.

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   Try herbal treatment if you have intestinal problems. There is currently no evidence to support the treatment of increased gastric acid secretion of herbs. However, there is still some Evidence suggests that the herb is helpful in the case of an ulcerative or inflammatory bowel disease symptom. Even so, you should not use herbs as the primary treatment.
   • Drink ½ cup of aloe vera (aloe vera) juice. Aloe has a laxative effect. You can drink aloe vera juice throughout the day but do not drink more than 1-2 cups per day.
   • Drink cumin tea. Crush about 1 teaspoon of fennel seeds and add to a cup of boiling water. Add honey and drink 2-3 cups per day about 20 minutes before meals. Cumin helps to soothe the stomach and reduce acidity.
   • Use slippery elm. You can use slippery elm in the form of drinking water or tablets. In the form of drinking water, you should drink about 90-120 ml per day. In tablet form, take it according to the manufacturer's instructions. Slippery elm is known to help soothe and relieve irritated tissues.

     

   • Use licorice root extract tablets. Licorice Root Extract (DGL) is available in the form of chewable tablets. The taste of the drug is a bit difficult to drink, but it is very effective in restoring the stomach and controlling the hyperacidity. Take the medicine according to the dosage recommended by the manufacturer, usually 2-3 tablets every 4-6 hours.

     

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   Take probiotic supplements. Probiotics are a mixture of "good bacteria" in the gut. These may include a yeast, the probiotic Saccharomyces Boulardii or the probiotics Lactobacillus and / or Bifidobacterium, all of which occur naturally in the gut. Although studies to date have shown that probiotics help improve gut health, it is not possible to make specific claims.
   • The easiest way to take a probiotic supplement is to eat yogurt with "live bacteria".
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Method 3 of 4: Decoding Misconceptions

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   Understand that smoking does not make the illness worse. Tobacco was once thought to be the cause of acid reflux symptoms worse. However, 3 studies to date have proven the condition still does not improve when patients stop smoking.

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   Be careful with tiptoes. The "tiptoe" treatment is a chiropractic technique that has no proven effective evidence. Besides that, have Evidence suggests that this exercise, especially the form involved in movement and impact, will cause stomach acid reflux. In general, this method does more harm than good.

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   Do not use mustard. There is no evidence that mustard can reduce stomach acid secretion.

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   Absolutely do not use baking soda to treat heartburn. This method is not recommended by doctors. advertisement

Method 4 of 4: Understanding and Treating Hyperacidity with Medicines

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   Understand the symptoms. Before starting treatment for hyperacidity, you must understand the disease. Symptoms of increased secretion of stomach acid include:
   • Heartburn
   • A sour feeling
   • Flatulence
   • Black or dark stools (caused by internal bleeding)
   • Burping or hiccups that don't stop
   • Nausea
   • Dry cough
   • Dysphagia (narrowed esophagus and feeling like food is stuck in your throat)

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   Consider medication. If you have chronic hyperacidity, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have any other problems, see your doctor. If you have tried the natural remedies for the disease but have not worked for it, you may need to take medicine. Medications can help reduce the amount of acid in your stomach. Untreated and prolonged gastric acid secretion can cause esophagitis, esophageal bleeding, ulcers, and Barrett's esophagus disease, which can increase the risk of esophageal cancer.
   • If your medications increase stomach acid secretion, talk to your doctor about dosage adjustment or change of medication.

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   Use an antacid. These are available over the counter and help neutralize acids. Antacids often have a short-term soothing effect on the stomach. If you still need to take antacids after 2 weeks, see your doctor. Prolonged use of antacids can affect mineral balance, affect the kidneys, and cause diarrhea.
   • Follow the manufacturer's instructions and do not overdo it. Antacids can cause a number of problems if taken too much.

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   Use H2 blockers. These medications help reduce the secretion of acid in the stomach. H2 blockers include the drugs Cimetidine (Tagamet), Famotidine (Pepcid), and Ranitidine (Zantac). It comes in a low-dose over-the-counter form or your doctor can prescribe a higher dose. If using over-the-counter H2 blockers, follow the manufacturer's instructions. Side effects of H2 blockers include:
   • Constipation.
   • Diarrhea.
   • Dizziness.
   • Headache.
   • Rash fever.
   • Nausea or vomiting.
   • Problems urination.

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   Try Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs). These drugs have the ability to block acid production in the stomach. Proton Pump Inhibitors include Esomeprazole (Nexium), Lansoprazole (Prevacid), Omeprazole (Prilosec), Pantoprazole (Protonix), Rabeprazole (Aciphex), dexlansoprazole (Dexilant), and Omeprazole / Sodium Bicarbonate (Zegerid). If taking over-the-counter medications, follow the manufacturer's instructions. Side effects of PPIs include:
   • Headache
   • Constipation
   • Diarrhea
   • Stomachache
   • Rash
   • Nausea
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Advice

• There are drugs available to strengthen the lower esophageal sphincter. These drugs include: Bethanechol (Urecholine) and Metoclopramide (Reglan). Talk with your doctor about the use of these medications.

Warning

• Untreated and persistent hyperacidity can lead to esophagitis, esophageal bleeding, ulcers, and Barrett's esophageal disease, which can increase the risk of esophageal cancer.
• Prolonged use of Proton Pump Inhibitors may increase the risk of fractures of the hip, wrist, or spine due to osteoporosis.