ACIDITY

Digestive Disorders

ACIDITY

Acidity is a common issue where you feel heartburn, a burning sensation in your chest. In Ayurveda, it’s called Amla Pitta, suggesting a problem with the Pitta Dosha, linked to digestion. The main reason for acidity is stomach acid moving up into the food pipe, causing discomfort.

Ayurvedic treatment for acidity aims to balance the upset Pitta Dosha. It involves changes in what you eat and how you live, along with using natural remedies to relieve symptoms and fix the root problem. Ayurveda suggests eating cooling and soothing foods like fresh fruits, veggies, and herbal teas to reduce acidity.

Causes of Acidity

  • Having too much stomach acid is a common cause of acidity. It can happen if you eat irregularly, overeat, or consume spicy and oily foods.
  • Bad eating habits, like eating too fast, missing meals, or having late-night meals, can also lead to acidity.
  • Certain foods can make heartburn and acidity worse, like citrus fruits, tomatoes, chocolate, caffeine, fizzy drinks, and fatty foods.
  • Stress, not getting enough sleep, and not being active can mess up your digestion and cause acidity.
  • If you’re overweight, you’re more likely to have acidity because the extra weight puts pressure on your stomach and causes acid to come back up.
  • To manage acidity, it’s important to figure out and avoid these triggers. Changing your diet and lifestyle, along with getting help from a doctor, can relieve acidity symptoms.

Symptoms of Acidity

  • Heartburn: You might feel a burning sensation in your chest, and it can even reach your throat.
  • Regurgitation: Stomach acid may come back up into your throat or mouth, leaving a sour or bitter taste.
  • Indigestion (Dyspepsia): This feels like discomfort or pain in your upper abdomen. It often comes with a full or bloated feeling.
  • Nausea: You might feel queasy or like you need to vomit.
  • Difficulty Swallowing: Acidity can make your throat feel tight or like there’s something stuck, making it hard to swallow.
  • Cough and Hoarseness: Stomach acid irritating your throat can cause a constant cough or hoarse voice.
  • Chest Pain: Sometimes, acidity can make your chest hurt, which might be confused with heart issues. If you have chest pain, it’s crucial to check for any heart problems.

Acidity Ayurvedic Treatment

  • Eat Right: Ayurveda suggests eating cooling foods like fresh fruits, veggies, and herbal teas to reduce acidity.
  • Healthy Lifestyle: Manage stress, stick to regular meal times, and avoid spicy, fried, and processed foods.
  • Herbal Remedies: Ayurveda offers natural remedies with ingredients like Indian gooseberry, licorice, and Convolvulus pluricaulis to help control stomach acid.
  • Deep Cleansing: Ayurvedic therapies like therapeutic purgation or therapeutic vomiting might be recommended for a thorough cleanse of your digestive system.
  • Yoga and Breathing Exercises: Certain yoga postures and breathing exercises can help with digestion, reduce stress, and promote overall well-being.