Ginger is a popular Chinese remedy that is famous for its anti-inflammatory properties. Small doses of ginger relieve irritation in your stomach. It reduces inflammation and counters acid reflux giving you instant relief.
It is also rich in anti-oxidants and chemicals that further prevent other stomach related issues and reduce the likelihood of acid flowing back into the oesophagus.
How to use:
•Ginger and lemon: Mix one tablespoon of ginger juice and lime juice and consume the mixture every day to get relief from acid reflux.
•Add small pieces of ginger in bland foods like yoghurt and oatmeal. This will not only add flavour to them but also prevent acidity.
•Ginger tea: To make ginger tea, boil one tablespoon of grated ginger in water. Strain the water and add a few drops of honey and lemon in it, and your ginger tea is ready. You can also make this tea by adding a few drops of ginger essential oil in warm water.
•Fizzy ginger drink: Add one tablespoon ginger juice to half glass soda with a little bit of sugar and your yummy and fizzy ginger drink is ready.
•You can also consume freshly grated ginger or chew ginger as it is for instant relief from acidity.
These remedies will help you get instant relief from acid reflux and heartburn.
Benefits:
•Ginger helps to stimulate saliva and bile production in the stomach preventing acidity and heartburn.
•Ginger has phenolic compounds that reduce gastrointestinal irritation as well as contractions. This further reduces the probability of stomach acid flowing back into the oesophagus and causing irritation.
•Only 4 grams of ginger every day can give you long-term relief from acidity, heartburn, flatulence and bloating.