{"id":1029,"date":"2013-10-31T12:35:46","date_gmt":"2013-10-31T12:35:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drprem.com\/health\/?p=1029"},"modified":"2013-10-31T12:35:46","modified_gmt":"2013-10-31T12:35:46","slug":"home-remedies-for-heartburn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drprem.com\/globalhealthcare\/home-remedies-for-heartburn","title":{"rendered":"Home Remedies For Heartburn"},"content":{"rendered":"
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You’re probably well aware that\u00a0medications<\/a>\u00a0can help calm the burn, but natural heartburn remedies and lifestyle changes may be another way to get relief.<\/p>\n

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Heartburn Remedies That You Can Do At Home<\/b><\/p>\n

One commonly used “natural” heartburn remedy is calcium. It’s also the active ingredient in many over-the-counter antacids.<\/p>\n

If you find yourself popping antacids like candy and you’re having heartburn more than a couple of times a week, or if you are using antacids for longer than two weeks, it’s time to see the doctor. You may have a condition called GERD- gastro esophageal reflux disease. Frequent heartburn can lead to long-term problems. It can cause inflammation and strictures in your esophagus. \u00a0In rare cases, it may even lead to cancer. But stopping the acid reflux can help prevent complications in the future. Here is a rundown of some other commonly used home remedies for heartburn, and the evidence for their effectiveness.<\/p>

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Melatonin, a supplement used to aid sleep, has been suggested to help relieve heartburn. But the research is conflicting as to whether it is effective for this or any other any gastrointestinal symptoms. Before you decide to take any herbal remedy or supplement, check with your doctor. Some\u00a0supplements<\/a>\u00a0can have side effects or can interact with medications you’re already taking.<\/p>\n

You may have heard that drinking a glass of milk can relieve heartburn. While it’s true that milk can temporarily buffer stomach acid, nutrients in milk, particularly fat, will stimulate the stomach to produce more acid. Even though milk might not be a great heartburn remedy, however, it’s a rich source of bone-building calcium. Try fat-free skim milk and don’t overdo it. Drink no more than 8 ounces of skim milk at a time as a snack in between meals. Overfilling the stomach may increase heartburn.<\/p>\n

It may sound strange, but gum stimulates the production of saliva, which is an acid buffer. Plus, chewing gum makes you swallow more often, which pushes those nasty acids back out of your esophagus. When you pick a pack of gum, just make sure it’s sugar-free so you also protect your teeth. Avoid specific foods that trigger your heartburn, but also watch out for peppermint, caffeine, sodas, chocolate etc.<\/p>\n

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