Indigestion, also called dyspepsia, is basically a sign of an underlying problem, such as ulcers, gallbladder disease, or gastroesophageal reflux disease. On the other hand, heartburn refers to the burning pain in your chest, and is often worse when lying down or bending over. Contrary to the popular belief, indigestion is usually caused by low stomach acid, also called hypochlorhydia, and affecs up to half of our population. Stay away from foods that fuel the flames of heartburn and indigestion. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.
Yarrow is a digestive stimulant widely used in traditional medicine in North America.
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Wormwood
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Wormwood is believed to stimulate digestion and relieve spasms in the intestinal tract.
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Vitamin B-Complex
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People with achlorhydria (no stomach acid) or hypochlorhydria may not metabolize B vitamins properly, putting them at risk of developing various nutritional deficiencies, which could presumably contribute to the development of a wide range of health problems.
Slippery elm may have an anti-inflammatory effect in the stomach and intestines, and its mucilage content appears to protect against the damaging effects of acid on the esophagus.
Licorice protects the mucous membranes lining the digestive tract by increasing the production of mucin, a compound that protects against the adverse effects of stomach acid and various harmful substances.
Consult your doctor. Supplementing betaine hydrochloride with meals may improve digestion in people who have been diagnosed with low stomach acid (hypochlorhydria).
90 mg of oil plus 50 mg of caraway oil in enteric-coated capsules taken three times per day, for indigestion only. A combination of peppermint, caraway, and fennel has been shown to reduce gas and cramping in people with indigestion
2 cups
Linden
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Several cups of tea per day, made with 2 to 3 tsp of dried flowers per cup of hot water, for indigestion. Linden has a long tradition of use for indigestion. It has antispasmodic action and may help people who suffer from upset stomach or excessive gas.
4 to 8 mg chelidonine in a standardized herbal extract three times per day. One study found that a standardized extract of greater celandine could relieve indigestion symptoms (such as abdominal cramping, sensation of fullness, and nausea) significantly better than placebo.
2 to 4 grams daily fresh ginger or equivalent for indigestion. Ginger, with its anti-inflammatory and anti-nausea effects, has a history of use in treating gastrointestinal complaints, from flatulence to ulcers. It has been shown to enhance intestinal movements that aid digestion.
1/2 tsp (2 to 3 grams) of ground or crushed seeds three times daily, taken directly oras tea. Studies have found that a combination of peppermint, caraway, and fennel is useful in reducing gas and cramping in people with indigestion.
50 mg of oil plus 90 mg of peppermint oil in enteric-coated capsules taken three times per day for indigestion only. One trial found that a combination with peppermint, caraway, and fennel was useful in reducing gas and cramping in people with indigestion.
500 to 1,000 mg cynarin in a standardized herbal extract three times per day. Extracts of artichoke have been repeatedly shown in research to be beneficial for people with indigestion.
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