subject: Antacid Tablets Are Only Good For Short Term Relief [print this page] For most people who seldom have heartburns, a quick fix of antacid tablets like Tums or Rolaids will do the job. However, for those who regularly have acid reflux pain should consider another source of remedy because antacid tablets are only good for temporary relief, and should not be used if heartburn occurs regularly. Antacid tablets are known to act fast at Killing the pain of heartburn but what most people ignore is antacid tablets do no cure or eliminate heartburns.
The following steps can be taken to help reduce the effects of acid reflux and keep you from having to take the antacid tablets all the time.
. Overeating has got to be among the highest reason why people suffer from heartburn. Overeating will cause pressure on the stomach valve to release acid fluids upwards resulting in the stinging pain we all know. So eat smaller portions more often during the day instead of big meals will keep you away from the nasty habit of depending on antacid tablets.
. Acidic fruits and citrus drinks such as orange juice, grapefruit juice, lemon juice are all highly concentrated in acid. - eliminating these products from your diet will greatly reduce heartburn, especially if your digestive system tends to over produce stomach acid.
. I know this is a tough one, but coffee and caffeine products are acid triggers, and unfortunately, should be removed from your drinking habits. If you want to keep those antacid tablets in your wallet instead of your tummy, you should try to find comfort by substituting for ginger tea.
Do not lie down after eating a large meal. Allow your meal to settle before lying down, take a walk around the neighborhood or sit up and visit with the family. This will help you stay away from the antacid tablets right after a large meal.
Finding the right cure for your acid reflux problem may be as simple as talking to your doctor, or you may choose to go the natural route and rid yourself of the problem forever.
Antacid tablets are a practical solution when you're in a need for fast relief, especially when you're stuck at the office or somewhere where you can't find anything else to alleviate sudden heartburn pain. However, pharmaceutical drugs won't cure the underlying problem, in the long run you should seek the benefits of consulting with a professional herbalist by visiting your local health store. There, you can find great natural acid reflux remedies for ridding your heartburn problems.
So many heartburn sufferers have got great results with natural products like pure baking soda and apple cider vinegar. I have discovered baking soda for heartburn to be very effective. caution; if you have any type of medical condition you should always talk to your doctor before using natural products.
In conclusion, suffering from heartburn is a curable condition. If you are depending on prescribe medication, anti suppressors or antacid tablets, you can change and find better and safer methods to handle your condition. I strongly recommend visiting a homeopathic practitioner or a natural health specialist for treating the underlying cause of heartburn.
