subject: Indigestion Causes And Natural Cure Of Indigestion [print this page] Indigestion, also known as dyspepsia is a stomach problem. Indigestion can cause heartburn due to stomach acid reflux. It also irritates esophagus. Indigestion leaves a bitter or sour taste in the mouth. t occurs when the digestive juices are not secreted properly as such resulting in uneasiness. Consuming a variety of food stuffs is one of the prime reasons for indigestion.
Causes of Indigestion
Following are the causes of indigestion
1.Fast eating without chewing properly,
2.Heavy meal
3.Consuming excess alcohol
4.Smoking, Pregnancy
5.Peptic ulcer
6.Stress and anxiety Anti-inflammatory drugs
7.Changes in lifestyle
8.Diseases that affect digestive organs
Symptoms of Indigestion
Following are the symptoms of indigestion
1.Pain in belly
2.Nausea, Bloating of stomach
3.Uncontrolled burping
4.Heartburn
5.Flatulence
6.Acid regurgitation
Home Remedies to Avoid Indigestion
1.At the first sign of heartburn, drink one or two large glasses of water. This relieves heartburn by washing the acid out of the esophagus.
2.Even if you are not thirsty, drink a large glass of water every three hours during the day.
3.Eat several small meals daily.
4.Drink freshly squeezed juice made of equal parts of apples, carrots and beetroot.
5.Eat plenty of fiber-containing foods.
6.Do not consume spicy foods, and do not take enzyme supplements that contain hydrochloric acid (HCl).
7.Some foods, such as beans and peas, are well-known for causing wind. Avoid these.
8.Avoid fats and fried food that delay digestion, prolonging the stomach's emptying time. Also avoid coffee, tea, alcohol, colas, and smoking.
11.Don't do any heavy lifting and bending. Give the stomach at least two hours to empty before exertion. Bend from the knees, not the waist, to avoid abdominal pressure.
12.Make sure your clothes aren't too tight round your waist.
13.Avoid becoming constipated and straining during bowel movements.
14.Do not lie down during the day if you are bothered by heartburn. Keep stomach acids in the stomach by sitting or standing.
15.Be sure to check with your GP or physician if you have regular indigestion problems. The symptoms could mask a more serious problem.
16.Ginger tea is soothing.
17.Allergenic foods may magnify the symptoms and delay healing. If you avoid foods to which you are intolerant, you may find your symptoms vanish. Check for food intolerances.
18.Acid reflux can also be caused by other factors. for instance, smoking or obesity.
