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Home Remedies For Acidity And Heartburn During Dasara Festivities
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News18•19-10-2026, 10:01
Home Remedies For Acidity And Heartburn During Dasara Festivities
- •Overeating sweet, savory, and spicy foods during Dasara often leads to common issues like acidity and heartburn.
- •Drinking a glass of cold milk without sugar or buttermilk with cumin powder provides immediate relief from stomach burning.
- •Eating a ripe banana or slowly chewing a teaspoon of fennel seeds helps improve digestion and reduces bloating.
- •Sipping ginger tea or cumin water aids in reducing inflammation and provides relief from indigestion and acidity.
- •Avoid lying down immediately after meals, stay hydrated, and temporarily stay away from spicy and deep-fried foods.
Key Questions Answered
Drinking a sugar-free glass of cold milk or buttermilk mixed with a little cumin powder or black salt can immediately reduce stomach acid and soothe heartburn. Eating a ripe banana, slowly chewing a teaspoon of fennel seeds, or sipping ginger or cumin tea also provides instant relief.
To prevent festive acidity and heartburn, you should temporarily avoid spicy foods, deep-fried snacks, excessive sweets, tea, coffee, alcohol, and cold beverages.
Gastroenterologist Dr. D. Nageshwar Reddy advises drinking cold milk or spiced buttermilk for immediate relief from burning sensations. Additionally, avoid lying down immediately after eating by waiting 2 to 3 hours or taking a short walk.
