The weekend is finally here, and many of us are planning to head out for a scrumptious lunch or dinner. For many, Saturday and Sunday are meant for indulgent meals. Before you know it, you may have already eaten enough to feed a small island. The one organ that has to bear the brunt of your overeating is your stomach. Acidity is one of the commonest gastrointestinal complains. It is caused when the gastric glands secrete excessive acids to break down the food. Overeating may be one of the causes of acidity, which leads to bad breath, gas and stomach ache. For this week’s home remedy, let’s focus on the use of jeera or cumin.

The issue is called GERD or Gastroesophageal reflux disease, where the mucous membranes suffer damage due to the stomach acids coming up into the oesophagus. Diet and lifestyle are the biggest culprits of GERD. Home Remedies For Acidity and Gas: Symptoms and Causes + Tips To Cure Acid Reflux Naturally.

One of its symptoms is a pain or a burning sensation in the chest between the breastbone and the throat. It’s commonly known as heartburn. Some people who routinely face gastric issues stock their medicine cabinets with antacids. But these drugs may not be suitable for your stomach in the long run. Home Remedy of the Week: Cure Nausea and Vomiting During Pregnancy with Ginger.

There are plenty of home remedies for battling indigestion, GERD and heartburn and they are all useful. The best is using jeera or cumin in a variety of ways to ease the discomfort caused by acidity.

Jeera is traditionally had for stomach-related ailments in folk medicines. A cumin-based drink, called jaljira, is often consumed after lunch or dinner to prevent episodes of acidity. A simple tea prepared after boiling jeera in water will suffice to calm down an angry stomach. Alternatively, you can also chew a few seeds after lunch to help digestion.

(This article is written for an informative purpose and should not be substituted for medical advice. Kindly consult your doctor before trying any tips.)

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