Managing Hyperacidity - Naturopathy Tips and Available Treatments

Hyperacidity, also referred to as acidity, is a digestive disorder. It is a condition of increased level of acid in the stomach. The stomach secretes hydrochloric acid, a digestive juice that breaks down food particles into their smallest form to aid the digestion. If there is an excess amount of hydrochloric acid in the stomach, such a condition is marked as acidity. It may be mild acidity, or hyperacidity i.e. excessive secretion of hydrochloric acid

Symptoms of Hyperacidity

Hyperacidity manifests through a variety of symptoms:

• Severe burning sensation in the stomach

• Associated pain in the stomach, chest and back

• Vomiting

• Loss of appetite and disturbed sleep

• Heat burn

• Chronic indigestion 

• Headache

• Peptic ulcer

   

Sometimes the problem aggravates if not treated timely and may lead to other serious health complications.

Useful Preventive Measures

• Never stuff your stomach to the full, keep empty to allow the food to be churned thoroughly. If your stomach is full the churning process will be slower and will take a longer period and require more hydrochloric acid.

• Avoid heavier food as it requires more hydrochloride acid for its churning process.

• Do not drink water for at least one and half hours after your lunch and dinner.

• Food should be chewed or masticated very finally by teeths before it reaches the stomach

• Take 80% alkaline food from your daily diet. The more your food is alkaline, the less acidic it will be. 

• Do not eat food while standing. 

   

   

Naturopathy Management of Hyperacidity 

Naturopathy offers a holistic approach to managing hyperacidity treatment in India, focusing on natural treatments and lifestyle modifications. Considering the patient's symptoms, medical history and diagnostic reports, naturopath doctors will prescribe the naturopathy and yoga treatment and therapies.

However following naturopathy and yoga treatment modalities are being given in the treatment of hyperacidity.

Hydrotherapy Treatments

• Hydrotherapy treatments like hip bath, hot and cold compress to the chest.

• Natural immersion bath, foot and arm bath and steam bath. 

• Our useful Gastrohepatic pack, kidney pack, abdomen pack and full wet sheet pack may be used to reduce the symptoms of hyperacidity. 

Other Therapies

• Basti and mud pack are useful

• Herbal oil massage therapy to the chest and whole back may be helpful

• Regular sun bath for about 15 minutes, with proper precautions, can be helpful.

• Regular practice of yoga and pranayam as per prescription of naturopath doctor are useful in the management of hyper acidity.

   

Diet therapy

Doctors advise the patients through diet counselling about How to eat, When to eat, What to eat and How much to eat. 

By adopting these naturopathic practices, individuals can effectively manage hyperacidity treatment and improve their overall digestive health. 

1. What is the root cause of hyperacidity?
Hyperacidity occurs when the stomach produces too much hydrochloric acid due to poor eating habits, stress, irregular meal timing, or excessive consumption of spicy and oily foods.

2. What should we not eat during acidity?
Avoid refined flour, spicy deep-fried and processed foods, citrus fruits, pickles, vinegar, alcohol, and caffeine and carbonated drinks. These increase stomach acid and cause discomfort.

3. What is the best diet for hyperacidity?
Eat alkaline-rich foods like bananas, melons, green leafy vegetables, soaked almonds, and coconut water. Prefer small, frequent meals and chew food thoroughly.

4. What is a good breakfast for acid reflux?
A soothing breakfast includes oatmeal, papaya, aloevera, boiled vegetables, ashguard juice, herbal tea, porridge all light and easy to digest.

5. Do fruits and vegetables help relieve acidity?
Yes. Bananas, cucumbers, melons, spinach, ashguard and bottle gourd help balance stomach pH and calm the digestive system.

6. How do naturopaths treat acid reflux?
Naturopathy uses shatkriya, hydrotherapy, mud therapy, fasting therapy, diet therapy, and yoga & pranayama to balance acid secretion and improve digestion holistically.

7. Can I cure hyperacidity without medicines?
Through diet management, regular yoga & pranayama, stress control, and detox therapies, naturopathy is a drugless system of treatment which can help manage acidity without chemical medicines.

8. Is stress management important in treating Amlapitta?
Yes. Stress increases acid secretion. Practicing meditation, deep breathing, and good sleep habits helps maintain digestive balance.

9. Which yoga are useful for relief from acid reflux?
Yes. Pawanmuktasana, Vajrasana, Tadasana, Bhujangasana and Pranayama (like Anulom Vilom and Sheetali) help improve digestion, calm the stomach, and reduce hyperacidity symptoms.

Disclaimer: This blog is intended for information purposes only and not a substitute for professional naturopathic doctor advise. Content of the blog including advise, practices and suggestions provides generic information only. It should not be treated as a prescription for any ailment. Always consult a qualified naturopathic doctor for more information.