Acid Reflux Natural Remedy

Acid reflux, a condition in which stomach acid backs up into and irritates the esophagus, is a painful digestive condition. The most common symptom is heartburn that starts in the stomach and proceed toward the heart. Causes are fatty, greasy foods, bending over and standing up quickly, heavy lifting and lying on the back for extended periods. Natural treatments can and do help many deal with this problem.

What you Need

• Acid reflux fighters include apple cider vinegar, acidopholus, aloe vera juice, licorice root extract, baking soda and betaine hydrochloride.

What to Do

• First, change your dietary habits. Large meals, greasy foods, high-fat foods, high-glycemic-index carbs, some juices and citrus fruits all contribute to acid reflux. Some people can consume spicy foods, caffeine and alcohol without suffering acid reflux, but others should avoid them.

  Natural aids for acid reflux are apple cider vinegar, acidopholus (digestive enzymes), licorice root extract, baking soda, aloe vera juice, and betaine hydrochloride. Apple cider vinegar and aloe vera juice are among the most popular natural treatments. Mix 2 tsp. of apple cider vinegar in water and take three times daily or after a heavy meal, or take 1 tsp. or two capsules of aloe vera juice after every meal.

  A newer, lesser-known is betaine hydrochloride, which helps lower the acidity level in the stomach and helps break down naturally acidic protein in the dietc. Take two betaine hydrochloride capsules with each meal, increasing the dose (maximum of six capsules) until a patient can have a large meal with zero acid reflux.

  Preventative measures such as taking acidopholus build stomach digestive enzymes up to deal with foods' acidity content.