We all have faced acidity most of our time.

acidity burns
acidity burns

It is annoying and troubles us a lot and does not allow us to focus on our work.

So what are the factors behind why we get Acidity and how do we avoid it?

HOW DOES ACIDITY OCCUR?

how does acidity occur
how does acidity occur

It arises when the gastric glands of our stomach secrets excess acid known as the hydrochloric acid.

This acid breaks down our digestion and when there’s excess acid, we face the acidity problem.

DAY OR NIGHT ACIDITY? 

If you get acidity throughout the day then you probably might be suffering from Upright Acid Reflux.

If you find yourself experiencing an acidity during the night then you have Supine acid reflux.

acidity
acidity

During the night when we lie down on our bed, the acid travels backward and the acid flows to the esophagus twice.

SYMPTOMS

Heartburn

Dyspepsia

Hoarseness

Tooth Decay

Long-Term Damage to respiratory tract and stomach.

TREATMENT

It is very important to maintain a healthy diet. Consumption of spicy and junk foods must be avoided. Food needs to be chewed slowly.

Avoid alcohol and quit smoking if you have a severe acidity problem.

Consult a doctor.

Overweight or Underweight might cause to have an acid reflux. A proper BMI should be maintained to avoid the acidity.

Acute stress leads to acidity. So try to adopt a stress-free life.

Consumption of dietary supplements helps to reduce the acidity.

CONCLUSION

Due to our unhealthy habits and lifestyle leads to acidity causing severe heartburn and chest pain.

tips-to-manage-acidity
tips-to-manage-acidity

It damages our health in many ways.

Start developing the healthy lifestyle and eating the right food to avoid acidity.