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Acidity is a common digestive issue caused by excess stomach acid, poor digestion, irregular eating habits, stress, or spicy food. Ayurveda offers simple and effective home remedies for acidity relief using easily available natural ingredients.
Below are some proven Ayurvedic remedies to reduce acidity naturally:
🟨 Home Remedy 1: Milk, Sugar & Black Pepper
Ingredients:
- Milk (100–200 ml)
- A small amount of sugar
- Black pepper (2–5 peppercorns)
How to Use:
Lightly roast the black pepper in a little ghee (do not burn it) and grind it into a fine powder. Add this powder to warm milk along with a little sugar and drink it.
Benefits:
Black pepper improves digestion, while milk helps neutralize excess stomach acid, offering quick relief from acidity and heartburn.
🟩 Home Remedy 2: Lemon Water with Sugar
Ingredients:
- Juice of 1 lemon
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- ½ liter water
How to Use:
Mix lemon juice and sugar in water and drink it 30 minutes before lunch.
Benefits:
This remedy helps balance stomach acid levels and improves digestion when taken regularly in moderation.
🟫 Home Remedy 3: Amla Juice, Black Grapes & Honey
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon amla (Indian gooseberry) juice
- 10 grams black grapes
- ½ teaspoon honey
How to Use:
Mix all ingredients well and consume once daily.
Benefits:
Amla cools the digestive system, grapes reduce acidity, and honey soothes the stomach lining, helping prevent acid reflux.
🟥 Home Remedy 4: Curd, Cumin Powder & Black Salt
Ingredients:
- Fresh curd (yogurt)
- Cumin powder
- Black salt
How to Use:
Whisk curd well and add cumin powder and black salt. You may add a little water to make buttermilk (chaas). Consume it after meals.
Benefits:
This improves digestion, reduces bloating, and prevents acidity after heavy meals.
🌿 Additional Ayurvedic Tips to Prevent Acidity
- Eat meals on time and avoid overeating
- Reduce spicy, oily, and fried foods
- Avoid lying down immediately after meals
- Practice stress-relief techniques like yoga and pranayama
- Drink plenty of water throughout the day
⚠️ Medical Disclaimer
The information provided here is based on traditional Ayurvedic practices and is intended for general informational purposes only. These remedies are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Individuals with chronic acidity, gastric issues, or medical conditions should consult a qualified healthcare professional or Ayurvedic doctor before trying these remedies.
