Hyperacidity : causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention

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HYPERACIDITY

• CAUSES SYMPTOMS TREATMENT

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WHAT IS HYPERACIDITY

• Hyperacidity is a common condition wherein a
  person experiences some stomach discomfort after
  eating a meal, due to the excessive production of
  acid during the digestion process.
• Hyperacidity, also known as acid dyspepsia, can
  also cause other discomforts, such as appetite
  loss, vomiting, and constipation. 
• Hyperacidity generally occurs when there is
  excess secretion of acids from gastric glands of
  the stomach.

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CAUSES OF HYPERACIDITY

• Regular consumption of spicy food, which is high
  in fats
• Irregular eating habits
• Excessive fasting and starving
• Alcoholism and smoking
• Stress and related disorders
• Peptic ulcers
• GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)
• Stomach cancer

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SYMPTOMS OF HYPERACIDITY

• The symptoms of hyperacidity may vary in
  severity. These symptoms may be most prominently
  seen a couple of hours after having a meal 
• Nausea and vomiting (may expel blood in extreme
  cases)
• Sour belching and flatulence
• Atonic dyspepsia (stiffness in stomach)
• Indigestion and constipation
• Loss of appetite
• Steady pain in the abdomen
• Feeling of restlessness

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TREATMENT OF HYPERACIDITY

• Consuming buttermilk after meals is an
  excellent remedy for hyperacidity and if taken
  regularly can provide effective and permanent
  treatment. 
• Increased intake of fruits like banana, melon,
  pineapple, apple and guava are very useful in
  treating the problem of hyperacidity.
• Ginger is an excellent remedy for all sorts
  of stomach related issues it has medicinal
  properties as well as acts as a good digestive
  aid.
• Do not lie down immediately after the meals, take
  a mild walk after meals, most of the time people
  eat contradictory foods like milk after meat or
  lemon in the diet and milk later, such habits
  surely promote excessive acid during digestion to
  cause hyperacidity.

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TIPS TO PREVENT HYPERACIDITY

• Being particular about the food you eat and
  altering your lifestyle are the only long
  term cures for hyperacidity. Certain self help
  measures for managing the disorder include 
• Eat well-cooked, less spicy food
• Eat small portions of food at regular intervals
• Avoid food items that are difficult to digest or
  cause flatulence
• Avoid foods like tamarind, lemon juice, etc., as
  they are acidic
• Reduce smoking and consumption of alcohol
• Regularize your sleeping pattern
• If you are suffering from stress and tension try
  to overcome them by practising meditation and yoga

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