The Science of Natural Heartburn Management

No matter how many lessons we hear about the wonders of going natural, when it comes to acid reflux we all feel that it is always best that we stick to what we know best and what works fast. Almost everyone I know reach for their antacids when the heartburn kicks in. But no matter how reliable and effective antacids are, all experts agree that taking prescription meds and antacids has some negative side effects. Learning how you can incorporate natural cures for acid reflux to your everyday practices of managing this condition can help you live a healthier and even acid reflux-life.
Antacids and acid blockers are known its unwanted side affects, including headache, diarrhea, dizziness, constipation, nausea, and even vomiting. In order to lessen the occurrence of these conditions, it is important to those who suffer from acid reflux to learn how not to fully rely on h2 blockers to help them manage their condition.
Herb. We all think of herbs when we talk about natural cures for acid reflux. And why not? After all, herbs are used for generations not only to manage heartburn symptoms but other conditions as well. Herbs that complementary and alternative medicine or CAM practitioners recommend for treating heartburn symptoms include catnip, aloe, slippery elm, chamomile, gentian root, and ginger roots, among others.
But which among these herbs should you take? Modern herbalists think that it will be best that you go mix three or more essences of herbs that have been used to cure abdominal problems. Though it may be inconvenient as compared to popping antacids, enjoying tea with these herbs bring more health benefits that your body will be thankful for.
Practice moderation. Overeating won’t help you, even if what you are piling on are veggies and white meat. No amount of natural cures for acid reflux and h2 blockers can help you when you do not practice food portion and control.
Alcohol is something that all heartburn sufferers should watch for. A glass of wine is definitely something any woman over 40 should enjoy, but if you have been popping antacids like crazy, you may want to work towards totally eliminating alcohol from your system. But we have all heard about the wonderful benefits of wine when it comes to our health, especially for the heart, there should be some exception, right? Unfortunately, even a glass of wine can become a problem for most heartburn sufferers. Why? Because, alcohol like tobacco only encourages the production of stomach acids. And you know the rest of the story.
So instead of living your life looking for the do-all-cure-all natural cure for acid reflux, we encourage you to just live your life in the healthy lane. Practice moderation, stay away from what can trigger your heartburn symptoms, stop smoking, and exercise. Living a healthy life is definitely more economic than just spending hundred of dollars every year on antacids and other acid regulating medications. So think twice when you think that reaching for antacids is the best way to help cool down the burn.

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