Natural Remedies For Heartburn

Heartburn is a common problem and it should be treated at the earliest otherwise it may create complications. It may result in serious ailments like esophagitis, strictures, esophageal bleeding, cancer and ulcers. Some natural remedies are very effective to cure this problem completely without any kinds of side effects.

Aloe Vera Juice: This juice of aloe vera is very effective remedy of heartburn. It can soothe an irritated esophagus. Drink one fourth cup of this juice twenty minutes before a meal to prevent this problem of heartburn. The aloe Vera should be taken without aloe latex to avoid complications. Aloe vera latex is laxative.

Slippery Elm: Mix one teaspoon slippery elm powder with one fourth cup of plain water. This will make a thick paste, now add one cup of hot water and shake to mix it properly. Let it cool down to drink. It will soothe the irritated tissue and rebuild the stomach’s mucous lining. It has got mucilage which is gel like substance to reduce irritation.

Marshmallow: This herb also contains mucilage which is very effective to coat and soothes the lining of esophagus to cure heartburn. Add one tablespoon of dried root to one cup of boiling water, cover it with a plate and wait for fifteen minutes, then strain it to drink. You can drink up to three cups per day. Diabetic patients should consult their physician before taking it because it lowers the blood sugar.

Romaine Lettuce: It can be used to get relief from heartburn. It has alkaline properties. Take an organic romaine lettuce head and after washing with distilled water cut the leaves and put them in to blender. Put some honey to taste and distilled water and blend it. Take 120 ml to 240 ml for getting relief from acid reflux and heartburn.

Pineapple: It contains lot of enzymes and contains bromelain enzyme that reduces protein. It is very supportive for digestive system, and also helps to reduce inflammation. Its digestive enzymes helps to stop heartburn.

Potato: Potato juice makes the stomach more alkaline which is helpful in correcting acid reflux or heartburn. Wash a potato with clear water and do not peel the potato. Extract the juice of potato and mix equal amount of water, drink immediately. You can do this three to four times a day as natural remedy for heartburn.

Preventing Tips

1. Quit Smoking, try to reduce smoking because nicotine also contributes in acid formation. Stop it gradually.
2. Avoid eating hurriedly, be careful while eating, chew it properly and let the saliva mix properly.
3. Avoid foods that may cause heartburn. Such foods like citrus fruits, tomatoes, raw onions, garlic, black pepper, vinegar, fatty foods, spicy foods, excess coffee, excess tea, citrus juices, alcoholic beverages should be avoided.
4. Reduce Stress, live stress free life to cure this ailment without taking any medication. Hectic life style will make the worse and complicated.