Home Remedies for Acidity

1. Home Remedies for Acidity GERD is an abbreviation of Gastroesophageal reflux disease which is the disease caused due to the problem in the digestive system. It indirectly affects the esophagus which results in GERD. Some of the household remedies for the acidity are as follows: Apple Cider Vinegar: Apple cider Vinegar is a good remedy for the acidic reflux and it is an easier product where everyone can get their hands on. The process of taking the Apple cider vinegar is very simple and effective The person must take around 2-3 teaspoons of raw apple cider vinegar in a warm cup of water and stir it well till the whole solution dissolves in the warm water. Then the person has to drink it prior minimum 30 minutes of the meal. One should repeat the process 3-4 times a day. Within a couple of months, the person will see the effects of Apple cider vinegar working and will be free from acidic reflux. Baking soda: Baking soda is also called as sodium bicarbonate.It cools down the stomach acidic level and avoids the reflux of the food back to the esophagus. The steps for taking baking soda are as follows: Take 1-3 teaspoons of baking soda and mix it in cold water and drink it. Baking soda gives instant relief and must be taken after eating heavy food like meat, fries, burgers etc. This helps in breaking down the food and easy up the digestion process and gives quick relief. Aloe Vera:

2. Aloe Vera is a plant which has wound healing functionalities and also has anti-inflammatory properties. The steps to take Aloe Vera are given below: Take the aloe Vera plant and peel it to extract the inside smooth part of the plant. Then crush the pulp into juices which is aloe Vera juice. A user must take it 20 minutes prior to their meal 3 times a day. Licorice Root: Many people are not aware of Licorice root but this has many healing properties like aloe Vera. Also, Licorice root lowers the gastric inflammation and bring down the acidic substances from the stomach. The Licorice root must be taken with caution. One can follow these steps in taking it: First, boil the water to a medium heat and take one-half spoon of licorice root powder and mix it in the boiling water. After mixing the powder thoroughly in the water drink it 20 minutes prior to the meal and repeat this step 3 times a day. Its effect is very quick and fast. Yellow Mustard: Mustard is daily consuming product in every household and easier product to get. Specifically, yellow mustard acts as an anti-acidity which neutralizes the stomach acid content. Yellow mustard has vinegar content in it which is a weak acid and helps in lowering the PH level of the stomach acid conservatively. These are some of the household products which are a good remedy for acidity.But it is best to consult the doctor and take their advice.