Why Acid Reflux Occurs?
What is acid reflux?
Our digestive system holds valve-like muscles (upper and lower esophageal sphincters) between the esophagus and the stomach. They either allow or stop the entry of food from the esophagus into the stomach, based on the body’s current need. When these muscles are not healthy enough or fall weak, we start having issues like Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, commonly known as Acid Reflux, where these muscles remain open, allowing the acids from the stomach to flow back up into the esophagus resulting in severe heartburn.
Acid reflux has four levels in terms of severity – mild, moderate, severe, and one that may lead to esophageal cancer.
What causes acid reflux?
- Overeating, eating large quantities of food or laying down immediately after a meal
- Excess weight or obesity
- In some cases, citrus, and tangy fruits, pungent, spicy, or fatty foods, chocolate
- Aerated drinks, stimulating beverages, alcohol
- Smoking
- Overconsumption of certain medications
Symptoms:
A few of the symptoms of acid reflux are:
- Heartburn: A discomfort, which moves upwards, from the stomach to the chest and throat
- Regurgitation: Spitting up of food from the oesophagus or the stomach with a sour bitter taste in the throat
- Pain in the chest
- Difficulty swallowing.
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Bloating
- Gastritis
- Burping with a sour bitter taste in the mouth
- Regurgitation
How to prevent acid reflux?
A few ways to prevent this condition are:
- Have enough water throughout the day.
- Avoiding excessive consumption of citrus, tangy fruits
- Avoiding excessive consumption of pungent, spicy, or fatty foods
- Consuming smaller quantities of food, more frequently
- Not eating too close to bedtime
- Try and lose the excess weight and in case of obesity, seek professional medical health
- Quit smoking
- Ask your physician if any of the medications you are taking, cause acid reflux
Homeopathy for Acid Reflux
Homeopathy is the gentlest form of medicine known to mankind. It works on the philosophy of respecting the body’s wisdom “to protect and heal itself”, which is facilitated by tiny amounts of natural products in a highly potent form. An infinitesimal dose of this medicine heals and balances the system by working with body’s vital force, from within.
Homeopathy works gently and reduces the intensity of symptoms while treating the root cause behind the disorder.
Conclusion
Acid reflux is a very uncomfortable and at times, severe condition. Not only does it affect your physical well-being, but it also affects your mental state. If you struggle with acid reflux or its symptoms that are keeping you from leading a peaceful life, it is advisable to contact a healthcare professional. The Healer’s Clinic is one of the most recognized and reputed places to receive acid reflux treatment in Dubai, UAE. We have a holistic approach to healthcare, where we do a non-linear screening for our patients, which helps the doctors understand the root cause behind the ailment and decide upon the most correct treatment. The Healers’ Clinic focus on holistic healing and help you manage acid reflux and its symptoms, without any side effects. For more information, you can visit our website, or get in touch with our team at info@thehealersclinic.com
