Gastric Problems During Summer: Causes And Ways To Tackle Them
The digestive system becomes more sensitive during hot weather. Here is what you need to do to avoid digestive issues during summer.
Heartburn is a burning feeling in or near the chest area and is often very excruciating. The pain initiates from the stomach, rises up to the chest and may also spread in the throat and the neck. Heartburn occurs when the acid (produced in stomach) comes up (flows back) towards the esophagus and thus causes an irritation in it. Sometimes this symptom appears once in a while due to some general circumstances like pregnancy, intake of spicy food, alcohol or due to side effect of drugs. But if the problem persists for more than 2-3 times a week it indicates a serious disorder. Gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD is a pathological condition in which the sufferer is more prone to get heartburn like symptom. One can get rid of such symptom by bringing few modifications in their lifestyle and dietary habits.
The digestive system becomes more sensitive during hot weather. Here is what you need to do to avoid digestive issues during summer.
Many people take apple cider vinegar to treat heartburn thinking that it will reduce the amount of acid production by the stomach. A gastroenterologist debunks this myth here.
A study has found that people who took famotidine - a medicine used to treat heartburn - and an over-the-counter acid suppressant were able to survive Covid-19.
Why we get acidity? What can we do to relieve the acidity symptoms? Dr. Roy Patankar, leading Gastroenterologist & Director of Zen Multispeciality Hospital, Chembur, answers these questions and more in this article.
For people with severe acid reflux, doctors typically advise avoiding garlic, especially in raw form. However, some say it can be used as natural remedy for acidity. Read to find out who is right and who is wrong.
GERD is widely assumed to be triggered by certain foods or stressful situations. However, several studies have indicated that not genetic factors can also contribute to acid reflux.
Sometimes your back pain could be a sign of other underlying health conditions. If you often have back pain after eating your meals, it could be because of one of following reasons.
If left untreated, hyperacidity symptoms can become severe. Chronic (longterm) hyperacidity can result in ulcers. Get to know the causes to prevent it and natural ways to combat it.
Looking for ways to get quick relief from heartburn? Here are some home remedies that can help reduce the symptoms and provide relief.
Managing acidity at home involves dietary changes, lifestyle modifications, and natural remedies using commonly available ingredients. Let's talk about the lifestyle modifications needed to relieve acidity naturally.
Take baking soda with plenty of water, and consult a doctor if you are taking another medication.
Heartburn is a common symptom of acidity or acid reflux. But don't take antacids every time you get acidic. Instead try these natural remedies.
Having acidity every day is a sign of poor digestive system. But instead of popping up antacids every time you get acidic, try these natural remedies.
Acidity or a heartburn is a condition that all of us have experienced more than once. Here are easy and surprising remedies you can rely upon.
The risk of childhood asthma revs up in case of prenatal exposure to paternal smoking, finds a new study. Read on to know about the other risk factors of this respiratory ailment.
A recent study published in the Scientific Reports journal has revealed that taking proton pump inhibitors, a widely prescribed drug to neutralize stomach acid can increase the risk of developing kidney disease.
The patients who took only PPIs were 28.4 times more likely to report chronic kidney disease, as well as acute kidney injury (4.2 times more likely), end-stage renal disease (35.5 times more likely) and unspecified kidney impairment (eight times more likely).
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Many people take apple cider vinegar to treat heartburn thinking that it will reduce the amount of acid production by the stomach. A gastroenterologist debunks this myth here.
A study has found that people who took famotidine - a medicine used to treat heartburn - and an over-the-counter acid suppressant were able to survive Covid-19.
Why we get acidity? What can we do to relieve the acidity symptoms? Dr. Roy Patankar, leading Gastroenterologist & Director of Zen Multispeciality Hospital, Chembur, answers these questions and more in this article.
For people with severe acid reflux, doctors typically advise avoiding garlic, especially in raw form. However, some say it can be used as natural remedy for acidity. Read to find out who is right and who is wrong.
GERD is widely assumed to be triggered by certain foods or stressful situations. However, several studies have indicated that not genetic factors can also contribute to acid reflux.
Sometimes your back pain could be a sign of other underlying health conditions. If you often have back pain after eating your meals, it could be because of one of following reasons.
If left untreated, hyperacidity symptoms can become severe. Chronic (longterm) hyperacidity can result in ulcers. Get to know the causes to prevent it and natural ways to combat it.
Managing acidity at home involves dietary changes, lifestyle modifications, and natural remedies using commonly available ingredients. Let's talk about the lifestyle modifications needed to relieve acidity naturally.
Take baking soda with plenty of water, and consult a doctor if you are taking another medication.
Having acidity every day is a sign of poor digestive system. But instead of popping up antacids every time you get acidic, try these natural remedies.
The risk of childhood asthma revs up in case of prenatal exposure to paternal smoking, finds a new study. Read on to know about the other risk factors of this respiratory ailment.
A recent study published in the Scientific Reports journal has revealed that taking proton pump inhibitors, a widely prescribed drug to neutralize stomach acid can increase the risk of developing kidney disease.
The patients who took only PPIs were 28.4 times more likely to report chronic kidney disease, as well as acute kidney injury (4.2 times more likely), end-stage renal disease (35.5 times more likely) and unspecified kidney impairment (eight times more likely).
Do you suffer from an uneasy burning sensation in your throat quite frequently? Watch what you eat to eliminate the triggers of acidity from your diet.
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We generally opt for antacid when we suffer from acidity but it doesn't give us long-term relief. But there are few most effective home remedies for acidity, indigestion and heartburn.
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The digestive system becomes more sensitive during hot weather. Here is what you need to do to avoid digestive issues during summer.
Looking for ways to get quick relief from heartburn? Here are some home remedies that can help reduce the symptoms and provide relief.
Heartburn is a common symptom of acidity or acid reflux. But don't take antacids every time you get acidic. Instead try these natural remedies.
Acidity or a heartburn is a condition that all of us have experienced more than once. Here are easy and surprising remedies you can rely upon.
Symptoms of stomach cancer you should know about
We generally opt for antacid when we suffer from acidity but it doesn't give us long-term relief. But there are few most effective home remedies for acidity, indigestion and heartburn.
If you have faced any of these problems get yourself checked with a doctor.
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