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What are different home remedies for Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)? – Part 2

What is meant by GERD?

• GERD is an acronym for Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease.
• This is a condition where there is a backflow of gastric acid into esophagus.
• It is also called as reflux or reflux esophagitis.

Symptoms for GERD

• Heartburn
• Regurgitation of gastric acid or sour contents into the mouth
• Difficulty while swallowing anything
• Pain in the chest
• Coughing
• Inflammation in vocal chords
• Dissolution of tooth enamel
• Excessive salivation
• Nausea
• Chest pains
• Gagging
• Increase in the frequency of hiccups and burps, runny noses.
• Excessive vomiting
• Feeling nauseous
• Bad breath
• Sleep apnoea

Causes for GERD

• Lower Esophageal Sphincter Relaxes Abnormally
• Obesity
• Hiatus hernia
• Visceroptosis
• Hypercalcaemia

Home Remedies for GERD

1. Fennel seeds
Chewing fennel seeds, one teaspoon, after meals help during GERD

2. Dried peppermint leaves
• Dried pepper mint leaves also provide one of the effective home relief during the condition.
• Steep a teaspoon of dry peppermint leaves in a cup of boiling water for few minutes.
• Later consume this mixture when it is hot.
• Do this at least twice in a day for improving digestion.

3. Ginger
• Take a small piece of ginger and crush it.
• Boil with a cup of water for few minutes.
• Consume the mixture either after the meals or during the day.
• Use of ginger as spice in the diet is another way of consuming it.
• Soak a piece of ginger in a teaspoon of lemon juice and add salt to it.
• Consume it as taste enhancer with the meals regularly.

4. Chamomile
• Drinking chamomile tea is very beneficial.
• Chamomile tea relieves nervous system and soothes gastrointestinal tract.
• This tea is best when consumed before bedtime.

5. Caraway Seeds
• Try adding caraway seed spice to more of your meals.
• Caraway seeds ease gas, indigestion and cramping.
• It also stimulates proper digestion.

6. Apple cider vinegar
• Mix two teaspoons of apple cider vinegar with a glass of water.
• Sip this mixture during the meals.
• This can also be consumed after meals too.

7. Cumin, fennel and celery
• One can prepare a powder or mixture for regular use.
• Roast seeds of cumin, fennel and celery and grind them.
• Sprinkle this powder on salad or food.
• Consume a teaspoon of this powder after meals and swallow it with a cup of water.

8. Parsley
• Adding more parsley to your diet is also a very good remedy.

Diet for GERD

• Some foods may initiate belching such as milk and sugars.
• Certain types of vegetables and fruits containing a particular type of starch are not well digested by the stomach.
• These treat bacteria in the stomach such as: beans, lentils, cabbage, bananas, apricots, prunes, onions and sprouts.
• Foods made from whole grains may also cause gas.
• Weight loss, avoid tight clothes and maintain a food diary.
• A walk after meals is excellent to prevent all types of disorders related to digestive system.
• There are certain yoga poses and exercises which are excellent in treating digestive disorders.
• Staying active and maintaining a food diary to check food allergies and intolerant foods is a good practice.
• Getting dentures checked regularly also helps in treating the problem.

Yoga as a remedy for GERD

• Lie down on a mattress on the floor.
• Lift left leg and bring the knee close to your chest after bending it.
• Bring it further closer by hugging it and hold it there for few seconds.
• Repeat this with another leg and then with both the legs.
• This is wonderful yoga exercise for releasing trapped gas in the stomach.

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What are different home remedies for Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)? – Part 1

What is meant by GERD?

• GERD is an acronym for Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease.
• This is a condition where there is a backflow of gastric acid into esophagus.
• It is also called as reflux or reflux esophagitis.

Symptoms for GERD

• Heartburn
• Regurgitation of gastric acid or sour contents into the mouth
• Difficulty while swallowing anything
• Pain in the chest
• Coughing
• Inflammation in vocal chords
• Dissolution of tooth enamel
• Excessive salivation
• Nausea
• Chest pains
• Gagging
• Increase in the frequency of hiccups and burps, runny noses.
• Excessive vomiting
• Feeling nauseous
• Bad breath
• Sleep apnoea

Causes for GERD

• Lower Esophageal Sphincter Relaxes Abnormally
• Obesity
• Hiatus hernia
• Visceroptosis
• Hypercalcaemia

Home Remedies for GERD

• Ginger Root: Consuming ginger root extract mixed with honey
• Cumin: Adding some cumin to your drinking water avoids formation of gas in the stomach.
• Skim Milk: Drinking small amounts of chilled skim milk will ease the burning sensation from acid reflux.
• Lemon Balm: Helps relax a nervous stomach
• Peppermint and Apple Cider Vinegar in small quantities is known to ease GERD.
• Have a cup of vanilla ice cream to relieve yourself from the symptom
• Lemons, almonds and cloves are also effective
• Increasing vitamin D levels will optimize production of 200 antimicrobial peptides whcih aid in removing any infection in the body.
• Eating foods high in Vitamin D or taking a high-quality vitamin D supplement is recommended.
• Bicarbonate is most natural antacid to treat heartburn and stomach upset.
• A spoonful of bicarbonate in a glass of water should be taken by stiring and drink it before it stops fizzing
• Aloe vera juice is commonly used to treat an upset stomach, diarrhea and inflammation. It aids in digestion and is a great remedy for acid reflux. This amino acid naturally occurs in the human body
• Glutamine can be found in many dietary sources such as milk, eggs, fish, parsley, spinach and more.
• Glutamine is an anti-inflammatory which reduces intestinal inflammation with acid reflux.

GERD Diet

• Avoid spicy and fried foods because they elevate the symptoms.
• Take few small meals several times in a day.
Avoid:
• Alcohol
• Smoking
• Carbonated beverages
• Tomato sauce
• Onion
• Garlic
• Citrus fruits
• Chocolates
• Sedatives
• Channel blockers used for high blood pressure
• Tranquilizers
• Orange juice on an empty stomach

Other Suggestions for GERD

• If GERD is left untreated then it can cause permanent damage to the esophagus.
• Never lie down immediately after meal.
• Avoid wearing tight clothes and belts.
• Use some extra pillows during sleep to raise your head six to eight inches high.
• Avoid smoking.