When it comes to hyper acidity, you’re not alone in looking for something sustainable that actually works long-term. In Ayurveda, we’re all about understanding and addressing the root causes rather than just the symptoms, right? So, for acidity, we often look at your agni (digestive fire) and the balance of your doshas - mainly Pitta, since it’s often the culprit behind all this acid business.
Amla (Indian gooseberry) is fantastic as it’s cooling and reduces Pitta. You can take it as a juice or as part of Triphala churna, which you mentioned. Triphala is great cause it’s a tridoshic rasayana (that’s a tonic!), balancing all three doshas. It helps to cleanse and rejuvenate the digestive system. Sodium bicarbonate can neutralize acid, but you gotta be careful with overdoing it, since long-term use might not be ideal.
Now, Ayurvedic medicines like Avipattikar churna and Yashtimadhu (licorice) are super helpful. Avipattikar helps with balancing Pitta and improving digestion; it’s usually taken with warm water before meals. Yashtimadhu soothes and protects the stomach lining, reducing that burning feeling. You can mix a little with honey, very soothing on the tummy.
The key with Ayurveda is it focuses on lifestyle too. Pay attention to eating habits - like don’t eat when you’re really upset or stressed, and skip the spicy, fried foods. Try to eat slowly, in a calm environment, and not too late at night - all helps keep that Pitta calm.
Most folks see improvements in a couple weeks, but remember everyone’s different and it may take longer to see full benefits. Side effects? Usually not much, but be mindful of how your body responds, and in case of chronic issues or a drastic worsening, medical attention is important. Also, yoga and pranayama can aid in calming the digestive system, avoiding habits that aggravate Pitta, like staying up late or skipping meals, adds to its benefits too.
So, yeah. Avoid those triggers, embrace the holistic approach, and you’ll not just reduce the acid but also gonna heighten your overall well-being!


