Home Remedies for Painful Gas

An overflow or disproportion of gastric acid in your stomach can lead to formation of gas, ulcers, stomachache, indigestion, vomiting, heartburn and other problems. Acidity is common among all the age groups. The main reason behind stomach acid may be eating excessive spicy foods, physical inactivity, inconsistent eating habits, stress, or alcohol consumption. If problems related to acidity are not treated, they may have an impact on your body in future. 

Here are some remedies for instant relief from acidity

Cinnamon (Daalchini)

·    Cinnamon is healthy for your gastrointestinalsystem. Cinnamon is one of the most useful spices available. It has the ability to break up intestinal gas. People have been using cinnamon for ages to cure flu and diarrhea.

·         You can take a teaspoon of cinnamon after meal, with warm milk or tea.

·         Cinnamon powder can also be added in salads and soups.

Clove (Laung)

·         Clove is one of the most popular ingredients used in cooking; besides this it has many medicinal benefits too.

·    Cloves can aid in easing gas and stop the flow of hydrochloric acid in the stomach.

·      Chewing cloves or eating clove powder can help in the production of enzymes suppressing the production of extra gas contributing in the bloating of the stomach.

Butter Milk (Chhaach)

·     A glass of buttermilk is a perfect soothe for your acid stomach.  It contains lactic acid, which cools down the stomach and aids in digestion.

·  Buttermilk reduces the level of bad cholesterol and prevents vitamin deficiency.

·    It lowers the high blood pressure and is the effective tool against acidity and dehydration.

       Banana

·       Banana is an abundant source of potassium and controls production of acid in your stomach.

·       This fruit also has lots of fiber to aid digestion and repairs your normal bowel function.

·       Banana is also a good source of probiotics and promotes internal cleansing and protection against diseases. 

 Cumin Seeds (Jeera)

·       Dried cumin seeds can also help in digestion and treating stomach ache.

·      Cumin seeds counterbalance the excessive flow of acid by the glands. It is also a source of iron, calcium and vitamin antioxidants.

·       Having a teaspoonful of cumin powder, empty stomach can immune you from various gastric troubles and viral infections.

 Tulsi (Basil)

·         Tulsi has antiulcer properties and can prevent the effect of gastric acids.

·     Eating raw Tulsi leaves, tablet or Tulsi juice with water is very beneficial for your digestive system. 

·        Tulsi plays a vital role in the treatment of intestinal and problems related to the rectum and colon.

Aniseeds (Saumph)

·      Chewing aniseeds after every meal helps in the easy digestion as it causes glands to secrete juice fast for the digestion of food.

·    It can be taken to treat disorders such as vomiting, nausea, diarrhea and gastritis.

·     Aniseeds cool down the lining of the stomach minimizing the inflammation during acidity.

You can get rid of bloating- Here’s how

A bloated stomach is recipe of various health-related complications. Minimising the intake of salt and concentrating on a potassium-rich fibre diet can help in getting a flat stomach, say gastroenterologists. Here are some invaluable tips to prevent bloating.

Reduce salt in your diet

Taking more than required salt is a contributing factor towards developing bloating. Doctors recommend 1500 mg of salt intake every day. It’s better to put off salt from your dinner table and limit the amount while cooking. Avoid ready meals, salads with dressings and meticulously fast food that’s made up of rich spices. Don’t over-indulge in instant-cooking oats, ketchups, canned foods, salted nuts etc.

Add more fibre in your diet

Consuming a diet enriched with soluble and insoluble fibre is a great way to eradicate bloating that’s accompanied by constipation. Oranges, cabbage, bran flakes, peas, apples, banana, raspberries, mushrooms all are fibre rich foods, which when taken in right amounts can prevent scores of gastrointestinal problems. But avoid too much of these as it can prove counterproductive.

Concentrate on potassium-rich foods

Sodium helps body retain water and potassium rids of excess water. Eating bananas and sweet potatoes can help reduce your waistline. But make to have them in right quantities or else you can become fat too.

Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated

Drinking plenty of water ensures fibre can do its job valiantly. Lack of water in the body will increase the levels of sodium and potassium. Water constitutes about 60% of a human body weight and when it is in its purest form, no other beverage can beat it. Drink plenty of water before heading towards a gym session. At workplace, keep a bottle with you and fill it every time when it’s about to finish.

Avoid Heavy Foods

Turn away from foods that put extra pressure on your digestive system such as sugary or fatty foods. They create digestive stress. Instead ponder on whole foods and vegetables to heal the digestive system.

Artificial sweeteners

Consult any expert gastroenterologist and he’ll tell you how difficult it is for the stomach to digest artificial sweeteners found mainly in low-carbs and sugar-free foods. They contain bacteria which get stuck in the large intestine causing gas and bloating. Instead of artificial sweeteners, eat grapes, honey, dry fruits, organic jiggery which are not only mouth-watering but also extremely healthy.