Heartburn home remedy

My diet is going well. At least I am sticking to it. Whether I loose weight is a different matter. However the benefits it is giving me in stopping acid reflux is worth the effort. I still have not had a bout of heartburn since I started. Tomorrow I will weigh myself to see if I have lost weight as well.

If you suffer from heartburn regularly like me you may have acid reflux disease. It’s best to go to your doctor for advice because if you are taking over the counter antacids frequently they can lead to other problems. Most antacids only bring brief relief from acid reflux and are emptied from your stomach quickly.

One of the problems of antacids is that quite a few of them are based on aluminium and tend to cause constipation. But a far greater problem is that aluminium has been associated with senility and Alzheimer’s disease.

Instead of antacids there are some natural cures for acid reflux that can be taken. Here is a mixture that can be taken as a tea.

Lavender, Peppermint and Aniseed Tea.

Mix together equal amounts of lavender, peppermint and aniseed. Boil 21/2 cups of distilled water. Add one tea spoon of the herbal mixture to a container/ thermos flask and pour the boiling water over the mixture. Let the tea stand for up to 5 minutes then strain the tea. You can add honey to the mixture if you want. Drink up to 8 oz of the tea in the morning and the same in the evening. This should give you relief from acid reflux.

Lavender is strongly scented and has enormous healing powers for the body. It is useful in reducing stomach acid and is a great aid for the stomach.

Peppermint is another strong healing aid for heartburn and stomach conditions. It is used for stomach ulcers and gas, aid in stomach distension and cramps, and aids digestion.

Aniseed or anise is a powerful herb which is beneficial for many things for the body and is taken for digestion. Two types of anise that should not be taken are star anise and caraway. Use only ash coloured green anise, sweet anise or European anise in the herbal mixture.

I hope this helps, and I will try to find some more natural remedies for acid reflux.