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Acidity - #660
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I’m suffering from acidity from many years. Plz help I’m not getting solution.whenever I eat little spicy or oily food I feel acidic and discomfort which leads to headache irritation GERD and fatigue in my body . I’m unable to enjoy food
Burning sensation in food pipe
Acid refux
Gastritis
Acidity
Gastric issue
Gastric pain
Constipation and after meal gas fomentation.
Gastric problem
Gas' acidity ' bloating
Gas
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In Ayurveda, long-term acidity and GERD are often due to an aggravated Pitta dosha, which leads to excess digestive fire and can cause burning, irritation, and discomfort. Over time, this can affect both digestion and mental clarity, leading to fatigue, headaches, and irritability, especially after consuming spicy or oily foods.
To manage this condition, focus on a cooling, Pitta-pacifying diet. Avoid spicy, sour, fried, and fermented foods, as these increase Pitta. Favor naturally cooling foods like cucumbers, melons, and leafy greens, and include grains like rice and oats. Drinking a mixture of water with a teaspoon of aloe vera juice or amla juice on an empty stomach can help soothe acidity and inflammation in the digestive tract.
Herbs like Shatavari, Licorice, and Guduchi are excellent for calming Pitta and supporting digestion. After meals, chew on fennel seeds or sip warm cumin-coriander-fennel tea, which can reduce acidity and improve digestive comfort. Practicing a daily routine that includes gentle yoga, such as forward bends and pranayama breathing exercises like Sheetali (cooling breath), will further help calm Pitta and reduce GERD symptoms.
Remember, consistent dietary adjustments, along with stress management, will bring relief over time and restore balance to the digestive system, allowing you to enjoy food without discomfort
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Chronic acidity and associated discomfort, including symptoms of GERD, headaches, and fatigue, indicate a significant imbalance in your digestive system, particularly an aggravation of Pitta dosha in Ayurveda. This imbalance can be triggered by dietary choices, lifestyle habits, and stress levels. To alleviate these symptoms and restore balance, a holistic approach focusing on diet, lifestyle changes, and specific Ayurvedic remedies is essential.
Start by adopting a Pitta-pacifying diet that avoids spicy, oily, and heavy foods. Instead, emphasize lighter, cooling foods such as boiled vegetables, whole grains, and fresh fruits like bananas, melons, and apples, which are known to be soothing for the digestive system. Herbal teas made from Ginger or Fennel can aid digestion and reduce acidity. Including Amla (Indian gooseberry) in your diet can help strengthen the digestive fire (Agni) while also soothing the mucosal lining of the stomach.
In addition to dietary adjustments, it's crucial to adopt lifestyle practices that support digestive health. Eating smaller, more frequent meals can help prevent overwhelming your digestive system. Incorporating practices like mindful eating—taking time to chew food thoroughly and eating in a calm environment—can also enhance digestion.
Ayurvedic herbs such as Triphala can be effective for promoting digestive health and reducing acidity. Moreover, consider regular yoga and breathing exercises to manage stress, as emotional well-being is closely linked to digestive health.
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Ah, dealing with acidity can be such a pain, I totally get it. Based on Ayurveda, acidity is primarily a Pitta dosha issue. When Pitta gets aggravated, you experience heat-related symptoms like acidity, irritation, even that tired feeling. So first things first, let's try cooling down that Pitta fire.
Avoid spicy, oily, and fried foods as best as you can. They tend to aggravate Pitta, so keeping it simple and light can be real helpful. Foods like rice, barley, wheat, zucchini, cucumber, and green leafy veggies are your friends here. Think cooling and calming. Fresh aloe vera juice taken in the morning on an empty stomach (about 2-3 tbsp) can help soothe the stomach lining and reduce acidity.
Drink a lot of water throughout the day, but make sure it’s lukewarm, not cold straight from the fridge. A small piece of jaggery post meals can also bring some relief.
Digestive fire, or 'Agni,' needs some balance too. Chew your food mindfully – don't rush it. Eating your meals at regular intervals, like three decent meals a day without snacking too much in between can keep your Agni stable.
Practice some cooling pranayama exercises like Sheetali and Bhramari breathe. They can calm the mind and reduce inner heat. Evening times are great for this practice.
Don't forget that lifestyle stuff: Those stress levels? They can mess with Pitta too. Find time to relax, maybe with yoga or meditative walks in nature.
Try these steps and see how things shift. But if symptoms get heavier, like you're battling severe GERD constantly or struggle with anything emergency-like, it's crucial to connect with healthcare professional closeby! Ayurveda can be wonderfully supportive, but some things demand a doctor's eye right then.
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