25 Best Natural Home Remedies for Stomach Ache, Acidity | Upset Stomach
Stomach aches/cramps are a very common
problem among individuals of all ages, and all genders. Stomach ache occurs
when our digestive system is unable to digest the food we eat and therefore the
digestive procedure remains incomplete. You can experience mild to sharp cramps
in the stomach, abdominal pain, gas, vomiting, diarrhea and bloating.
Causes of abdominal pain
The common causes of stomach aches are indigestion,
constipation, acidity, heartburn, stomach infection, menstrual cramps,
overeating, food poisoning, lactose intolerance, urinary tract infection,
stomach virus, food allergies, hernia, Pelvic inflammatory disease, kidney
stones and appendicitis. Other causes includes fast food, aerated drinks, oily
foods, canned and preserved foods, very spicy food and refined foods. It is
very difficult to concentrate on anything, if you have a stomach ache.
Natural home remedies
for stomach ache and acidity
Some natural and easy home remedies can
give you quick relief from this discomfort. Here are some easy natural home
remedies we recommend to seek fast relief from stomach aches.
1. Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar helps in correct low
stomach acid conditions which lead to indigestion, heartburn and constipation.
Apple cider vinegar contains pectin fiber, which soothes the whole
gastrointestinal tract, prevents stomach cramps, gas and bloating. It also
improves your digestion naturally.
1.
Mix 1 tablespoon
of apple cider vinegar in cup of warm water and 1 tablespoon of honey, mix them
well. Drink this mixture after every 3 hours until the stomach pain is gone. If
you don’t have apple cider vinegar, then you can try regular white vinegar.
2.
To improve your
digestion, mix 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar in glass of warm water with
1 tablespoon of honey. Drink this solution 30 minutes before your meal.
2. Ginger
Ginger is found very beneficial in fast
healing of stomach ache. Ginger contains naturally chemicals called gingerols
and shogaols, these natural chemicals can help relax intestinal track, and thus
it relieve stomach pain.
Ginger root is also beneficial in
relieving vomiting. Ginger contains antioxidant and it has anti-inflammatory
properties that help repair and regulate the digestive system.
1.
Take 1 tablespoon
of fresh ginger paste and add 1 tablespoon of honey in it. Consume this mixture
30-40 minutes before and after every heavy meal. This will reduce your stomach
pain and also strengthen your digestive system.
2.
Add 1 tablespoon
of fresh ginger paste in 2 cup of water and boil it for 3-5 minutes. Then add 1
tablespoon of honey to it and drink it to get rid of stomach pain. You can also
add 4-5 fresh mint leaves to boiling water along with ginger. This mixture is
very beneficial for fast digestion.
3.
Add 1 tablespoon
of ginger paste to your regular boiling tea, also add 1 tablespoon of honey to
it.
4.
Add 1 tablespoon
of fresh ginger paste and 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice in glass of water
and also add pinch of black salt in it. Drink this mixture to get fast relief
from stomach pain.
Warning -
Do not boil honey, add it afterwards.
3. Yogurt
Take 1 cup plain yogurt and mix it with
cup of water. Add pinch of salt and pinch of black pepper powder, also add some
chopped fresh coriander leaves. Mix the ingredients properly and drink it after
every heavy meal to get rid of stomach ache.
4. Chamomile
Boil 1 tablespoon of dried chamomile in
2 cup of water for 10-15 minutes, strain the mixture and add 1 tablespoon of
honey and 1 teaspoon of fresh lemon juice. Drink this mixture to reduce stomach
pain. Repeat this 2-3 times a day.
5. Fennel
Fennel seeds contain a volatile oil
called anethole, which stimulates the secretion of digestive juices for smooth
and fast digestion. Fennel seed has carminative, pain relieving, antimicrobial and
diuretic properties. It can also reduce inflammation, and lessens the stomach
pain caused by it. In the gastritis inflammation, fennel gives you relief from
the discomfort. Consumption of fennel seeds gives you lot of relief from other
indigestion symptoms such as constipation, gas and bloating.
1.
Chew 1 tablespoon
of raw or roasted fennel seeds thoroughly after each and every heavy meal. If
you are pregnant, then avoid the consumption of fennel seeds. If you want
roasted fennel seeds, then roast them in pinch of turmeric for few minutes.
(Roast 2 tablespoon of fennel seeds in pinch of turmeric, increase the quantity
as per your requirement)
2.
Take 2 tablespoon
of raw or roasted fennel seeds and crush them to make powder of it. Add this
powder in glass of water and boil it for 7-10 minutes. Strain the water and
allow it to cool. Add 1tablespoon of honey to it and drink it. Repeat this t2-3
times a day to reduce stomach pain.
6. Burned Toast
This home remedy is especially
beneficial in cases of alcohol or food poisoning. Burn 1-2 toast with some
charcoal and consume. It is a very effective remedy to neutralize the
functioning and effect of toxins in the body which caused abdominal pain.
