Treatment of acidity in allahabad - www.ksharsutraallahabad.com

What is Acidity/Hyperacidity ?

Hyperacidity simply means an 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 digestion. When there is an excessive amount of hydrochloric acid in the stomach, the condition is known as Hyperacidity.

Causes of Acidity/Hyperacidity :

• Excessive use of hot and sour eatables  

• Excessive use of Alcohol

• Excessive use of curd

• Excessive use of Gram Flour

• Controlling of natural urges like vomiting,  sneezing, urination, belching, stool, fart

• Seasons  Like Rainy and Autumn

Symptoms of Acidity/Hyperacidity :

• Indigestion

• Tiredness without exertion

• Nausea / vomiting  

• Acid eructations

• Burning in chest and throat

• Anorexia i. E. decreased appetite

• Heartburn

• Feeling of warmth and burning in palms and feet

• Headache

• Fever

• Itching

• Rashes

• Boils  

• Excessive feeling of thirst ( polydipsia)

• Fainting

• Swelling

• Tingling sensation

• Looseness of body  

• Darkness in front of eyes

• Pain

• Mucus expectoration

• Heaviness

• Stiffness

• Insomnia

• Lassitude

• Salivation

• Sweet taste of mouth

• Pain in upper abdomen

• Hiccough

Management (principles) of  Acidity/Hyperacidity :

• Avoidance of alcohol, smoking, tea, coffee, drugs like pain killer as soon as possible

• Avoid to remain empty stomach

• Cold milk should be taken several time during

• Avoid spicy and fried materials

• Avoid cold drinks , pizza, burger and other fast foods