Ayurvedic Treatment for Acidity

What is Acidity?

Acidity or Acid reflux is characterized by sour eructation or burning sensation in the chest or throat due to excessive acid secretion by the stomach which moves up the esophagus or food pipe. If the symptoms persists for more than twice a week, then it is called GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease).

In Ayurveda, Acidity is termed as Amlapitta. It is said to be caused due to the excessive amount of pitta.

At Sri Vaidya, We have a team of 20+ Ayurveda MD Doctors for Acidity. They provide the best ayurvedic panchkarma treatment for acidity according to the condition. They also provide hyperacidity treatment in ayurveda.

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Symptoms of Acidity

Symptoms of Acidity commonly present are:

Burning sensation or discomfort in the lower chest or throat
Sour or bitter tasting regurgitation of acid into the mouth
Other Symptoms presented along with the above symptoms are:
Belching
Nausea
Bloated stomach
Blood in vomit or stool
Discomfort in throat

Causes of Acidity

Related to diet:
Unhealthy eating habits like overeating
Not having meals on time
Skipping meals
Eating before the digestion of previous meal
Excessive consumption of junk food, fried and spicy food, coffee, tea, carbonated beverages
Related to unhealthy lifestyle:
Stress
Disturbed sleep
Smoking
Alcohol
Lack of physical exercise
Other causes:
Certain medicines for treating pain like NSAIDS, hypertensive medications, medicines for depression and anxiety cause acidity as a side-effect.

Risk Factors of Acidity

Obesity
Pregnancy
People working in night shifts
Erratic eating habits
Disturbed sleep cycle

Prevention of Acidity

Diet and lifestyle plays a major role in prevention of acid reflux disease. Following modifications can be done in diet and lifestyle:
Avoid overeating. Instead have smaller meals throughout the day
Always eat after the digestion of previous meal
Meditation and Yoga should be done to combat stress
Keep your head elevated while sleeping by using pillows
Regular exercise should be done to improve metabolism
Eat 2-3 hours before sleep

Ayurvedic Treatment for Acidity at Sri Vaidya

In Ayurveda acidity is termed as amlapitta. And it has been caused due to vitiation of pitta dosha because of stress, improper diet, not taking food on time, sleep deficit, lack of exercise, and overindulgence in fatty and oily foods which ultimately leads to acidity or amlapitta and causes various symptoms in the body as mentioned earlier. According to Ayurveda the causes of Amlapitta is the weakening of agni may also result in the production of toxins known as Ama. It is said that Ama causes an imbalance in Pitta dosha leading to hyperacidity. Vata Dosha imbalance also has a role to play in digestive problems.

Our physicians will examine the symptoms and then advice ayurvedic Panchkarma therapies treatment for acidity in stomach. which will reduce the production of ama in the body which is causing further complications in the body, opens the blocked subtle channels and improve the digestive power in the body. Also it pacify the vata dosha. Strengthen the digestive system of the body which will reduce the symptoms and eliminate the disease completely from the body without causing any complications.

Apart from therapy doctors also advice oral medications which are deepana and pachana by function and increase the digestive power, reduces the aggravated pitta and kapha dosha in the body and bringing lightness in the body and a relief from the symptoms and disease as well.

Diet also plays an important role in treating the diseases especially acidity. So our expertise dietician will guide you regarding the diet and time when to take meal. Which will also help in treating the acidity.

We also treat Asthma, constipation, diarrhoea, Cough, Bleeding Gums stomache, flatulence, GERD, anorexia, indigestion.

FAQ's

What does Ayurveda say about acidity?

what are the ayurvedic herbs for acidity

Shatavari – 3 gm twice a day with milk.
Yashtimadhu – 3 gm twice a day with milk.
Amalaki (Indian gooseberry) – 3 gm twice a day with water.
Sunthi (dry ginger) – 1- 3 gm twice a day with water.

Is there any treatment of acidity in ayurveda?

Yes, Ayurvedic treatment has the treatment of acidity.

Does Ayurveda work for acidity?

Yes, Ayurveda can treat acidity as it focuses on balancing the Pitta dosha, which is responsible for it.

Do you offer kerala ayurvedic treatment for acidity?

Yes, We have a team of ayurvedic kerla therapist who understand the issue and treat accordingly.

Does Ayurveda work for acidity?

Yes, Ayurveda can treat acidity as it focuses on balancing the Pitta dosha, which is responsible for it.

Do you offer kerala ayurvedic treatment for acidity?

Yes, We have a team of ayurvedic kerla therapist who understand the issue and treat accordingly.

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Annie

For my acidity problems, I went to Srivaidya Panchkarma Ayurveda Hospital. Srivaidya's Doctors were pleasant and explained the problem to me, as well as providing lifestyle recommendations. Dr. Srivaidya is someone I strongly recommend. Thank you for your consideration. Srivaidya.