From what you have described, her problem is due to weak digestion and excess acid that mainly troubling her at night. During the day her digestion manages, but after dinner the food does not digest properly and turns sour. When she lies down, this sour watery content comes up as acidic burps. Syrupy sweets like rosgulla ferment very quickly in the stomach, so they increase the problem, while dry sweets do it much less. This is why she feels worse only with certain sweets and mostly at night.
Antacids give only temporary relief and do not cure it. it can still be controlled and improved well with the right medicines and habits.
She may start with Avipattikar powder – 1/2 teaspoon before lunch and dinner with warm water. It helps reduce excess acid and improves digestion.
Shankh tablet – 1 tablet twice a day after food. It helps in gas, bloating and acid coming up. Yashtimadhu powder – 1/4 th teaspoon twice daily before meals with lukewarm water. It helps heal the stomach lining and reduces irritation.
She can safely take these along with her blood pressure and cholesterol medicines, but it is always better to keep at least a 30 minutes gap between them.
Dinner should be finished at least 2 hours before sleeping. Food at night should be simple, warm and freshly cooked, like rice, roti, dal and cooked vegetables. After dinner, a slow walk for 10 minutes helps digestion a lot. She should avoid lying down immediately after eating. Sleeping slightly on the left side and keeping the head end a little raised can reduce night time acidity.
avoid syrupy sweets like rosgulla, rasmalai, gulab jamun, milk at night, curd at night, fruits after dinner, fried foods, spicy foods, bakery items, tea or coffee at night, and very late dinners.
chewing plain fennel seeds slowly after dinner or taking half a teaspoon of fennel powder with warm water.
Please reassure her that this is not a serious disease, but a long standing digestive weakness. With regular medicines and strict night time discipline, she will start showing improvement in acidic burps and night discomfort within a few weeks
Avoid oily spicy and processed foods. Avoid late night dinner. Regular exercise and meditation. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Tab.Yashtimadhu 2-0-2 Tab Gasex 2-0-2 Follow up after 2 weeks.
Do not worry Let her start on
Avipattikara churna 1 tsp at night with water Kamadhuda ras 1-0-1 CCF tea Drink buttermilk with roasted cumin powder with a pinch of rock salt Avoid skipping meals late night and heavy meals Avoid spicy sour non vegetarian Sip warm water throughout the day
Hello I can understand your concern.I get why you’re worried about your mom’s chronic acidity. But dont worry we are here to help you out 😊
YOUR CONCERN * She’s had acidity for over 5 years without getting to the bottom of it. * Those nighttime acid burps and watery reflux mean it’s happening when she lies down. * Syrupy sweets like Rosgulla make it worse, but dry sweets don’t. That’s a clue. * She relies on quick fixes like Gelucil and Nux vomica. * She’s 60, and also takes meds for blood pressure and cholesterol.
If we don’t fix this, that constant nighttime reflux can lead to:
* Digestion problems * Gastritis or GERD * Throat irritation, coughing, and poor sleep * Long-term irritation of her esophagus
So, we need a real plan, not just popping antacids.
Understanding This from an Ayurvedic Viewpoint
This sounds a lot like Amlapitta (which is chronic acidity). It’s mostly an imbalance of Pitta, but with Kapha playing a part at night.
Why is it worse at night?
* Lying down makes reflux worse. * Sweet, syrupy foods (like Rosgulla) make Kapha and Pitta worse. * That watery stuff coming up points to a specific Kapha problem.
Can We Fix This?
Yes, we can get it under control and bring long-term comfort. How much it cures depends on sticking to a good diet and getting regular treatment. The nighttime symptoms usually get much better with the right Ayurvedic medicines.
Ayurvedic Plan
INTERNAL MEDICINE (These are fine with her BP and Cholesterol meds)
Everything here is safe to take with Telma-CT and Rosuvas F10.
1. Avipattikar Churna – Take half a teaspoon twice a day before meals with warm water. This gently calms down extra acid.
2. Kamdudha Ras (Plain) – Take one tablet twice a day after meals. This is really good for nighttime acidity and burning.
3. Yashtimadhu (Licorice) Churna– Take half a teaspoon at night with warm milk or water. This helps heal the stomach lining and cuts down on reflux.
HOME REMEDIES (These are super important!)
Night Routine (She really needs to follow this):
* Cold milk: Sip half a cup of plain, unsweetened cold milk slowly before bed. This instantly calms the acid.
* saunf (Fennel): Chew half to one teaspoon of saunf after dinner. It helps prevent gas and reflux.
* Elevate her head: Use one or two extra pillows when she sleeps. This makes a big difference for nighttime reflux.
Daytime Remedies:
* Coconut water once a day (but not at night). * Sip warm water throughout the day. * If you can get it, one teaspoon of aloe vera juice in the morning.
DIET ADVICE (This is essential for getting better)
❌Absolutely Avoid (especially at night):
* Rosgulla, rasmalai, gulab jamun, and other syrupy sweets * Fried food * Late dinners * Tea or coffee after 4 PM * Spicy and sour food at night
✅Try to Include:
* Dry sweets like sandesh (just a little bit, and only during the day) * Rice gruel * Khichdi * Boiled vegetables * Buttermilk (only during the day, watered down)
DINNER TIME Habits
* Dinner before 7:30 PM. * Keep it light, warm, and simple. * Don’t lie down right after eating. * Go for a short 10-15 minute walk after meals.
When to See a Doctor Again
If her symptoms aren’t better after 4-6 weeks: * She might need an upper GI endoscopy. * And possibly an H. pylori test, if her doctor suggests it.
What to Expect
* Night burps should calm down in 7-10 days. * Burning and reflux should get better in 2-3 weeks. * Her digestion should feel more stable in 4-6 weeks.
Your mom’s problem has been around for a while, but it’s totally something we can manage and turn around. With the right Ayurvedic medicines, a few diet changes, and good nighttime care, she can get good sleep without those acid burps and won’t have to rely on antacids forever. Just remember, sticking with it is super important.
Warm Regards Dr. Snehal Vidhate
Don’t worry take udaramritham 20ml bd, zanacid duo 1tab bd enough
Dr RC BAMS MS
