To address your sudden bouts of acidity, it may help to take an approach rooted in Siddha-Ayurvedic principles that considers your overall dosha balance. Since you mentioned spicy foods and stress, it sounds like you might be dealing with a potential pitta imbalance, which is often associated with heat and acidity in the body.
To quickly alleviate acidity, consider having a piece of jaggery after meals. This can help cool your stomach and offer instant relief. Chew 2-3 small pieces and allow it to dissolve slowly. Make sure it’s natural and unprocessed jaggery for best results.
Mixing a half-teaspoon of ajwain (carom seeds) with a pinch of black salt, taking it with a little warm water, can also offer rapid comfort. This combination aids digestion and soothes the stomach lining, reducing acid production.
Another quick remedy is to drink a glass of buttermilk mixed with a quarter teaspoon of roasted fenugreek powder. Buttermilk is cooling and when combined with fenugreek, it can minimize the overactivity of your digestive fire (agni) without aggravating pitta.
Avoid lying down right after eating as it encourages acid to move upwards. A gentle walk for 10 minutes can improve digestion and reduce acidity symptoms.
For stress, consider practicing short, regular sessions of pranayama (breathing exercises) to calm the mind and body. Bhramari pranayama can be soothing and help in reducing reflux by calming your pitta-type stress.
Pay attention to the portion sizes and frequency of meals. Eating smaller portions at regular intervals can prevent your stomach from being overloaded, thus reducing acidity peaks.
Choose to avoid known triggers like excessively spicy, oily, or acidic foods, especially in the evening. Cooling foods, such as cucumbers and watermelon, can be beneficial alternatives.
However, if symptoms persist or worsen, it would be prudent to consult a healthcare provider for a thorough diagnosis to rule out any serious underlying issues.


