Suffering From Indigestion? Get Fast Relief With This Remedies.

Indigestion or dyspepsia is due to a difficulty in the flow of digestive fluids in the stomach. Normally, indigestion occurs after consuming spicy or fatty foods or overeating.

It can also make worse due to gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), irritable bowel syndrome, stress or anxiety, obesity, ulcers, stomach infection, thyroid disease, smoking and certain medications.

Some indication of indigestion are bloating, gas, grumbling stomach, abdominal discomfort, burning feeling in the upper abdomen, acidic taste, and vomiting.

You can simply get aid from indigestion using ingredients from your kitchen. Like drinking a little water at the first indication of pain can give you some comfort as it helps improve the gastric pH.

Here are some home remedies for indigestion. 

1. Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is frequently used to start a slow stomach. Though acidic in nature, it also has an alkalizing effect that helps calm indigestion.

Add one tablespoon of raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar to a cup of water. Mix in one teaspoon of raw honey. Drink this solution two to three times a day for quick relief.

2. Fennel Seeds

Fennel seeds can be really effective for indigestion caused by very spicy or fatty food. Fennel seeds include volatile oils that can help decrease illness and handle flatulence.

Dry roast, grind and sieve fennel seeds. Take half a teaspoon of this powder along with water. Follow this remedy twice daily. Alternatively, you can drink fennel tea, made by steeping two teaspoons of crushed fennel seeds in a cup of hot water. Another option is to simply chew a spoonful of fennel seeds for symptom relief.

3. Ginger

Ginger arouse digestive juices and the movement of enzymes that improves digestion. This gives ginger a useful solution for indigestion, especially when it is caused by overeating.

Take two teaspoons of ginger juice, one teaspoon of lemon juice, and a pinch of table salt and black salt. Mix the ingredients thoroughly and consume it with or without water, whatever suits you. Another option is to add two teaspoons of ginger juice and one teaspoon of honey to a cup of warm water and drink it.

4. Baking Soda

Indigestion often occurs due to high levels of abdomen acids. Baking soda is one of the most simple and effective way for this problem because it acts like an antacid.

Stir a one-half teaspoon of baking soda into half a glass of water. Drink this solution to neutralize the acid in your stomach and give your relief from bloating.


5. Cumin

Cumin has a long history of use as an Ayurvedic remedy for digestive problems including indigestion, nausea, diarrhea, and flatulence. It stimulates the secretion of pancreatic enzymes that aid digestion.

Mix one teaspoon of roasted cumin seed powder in a glass of water and drink it. For heaviness in the stomach, add one-quarter teaspoon each of roasted cumin seed powder and black pepper to a glass of buttermilk and drink it two or three times a day for a few days.

6. Coriander

Coriander is an effective spice to treat indigestion as it promotes the production of digestive enzymes and helps calm the stomach.

Add one teaspoon of roasted coriander seed powder to a glass of buttermilk and drink it once or twice a day. To reduce acidity in the stomach, extract the juice of fresh coriander leaves and mix one teaspoon of this juice in one cup of buttermilk. Drink it two or three times a day.

7. Basil Leaves

Basil is an excellent Ayurvedic remedy for indigestion and acid reflux. It also helps relieve intestinal gas, thanks to its carminative properties.

• Add one teaspoon of basil to a cup of hot water and allow it to steep for 10 minutes. 
• Drink up to three cups of this tea a day. 
• Mix 5 or 6 ground basil leaves, ¼ teaspoon of sea salt and a little black pepper powder in 2 to 3 tablespoons of plain yogurt. 
• Consume it 2 or 3 times a day.

8. Cinnamon

This readily available spice can be of great help when suffering from indigestion. Cinnamon helps in the digestive process and can provide relief from cramps and bloating.

Make a cup of cinnamon tea by adding one-half teaspoon of cinnamon powder to a cup of boiling water and let it steep for a few minutes.
Drink it while it is still warm for best results.

These home remedies will help alleviate symptoms of indigestion. However, if you have intense abdominal pain or excessive vomiting, consult a doctor right away.

Additional Tips

• Eat smaller and more frequent meals. 
• Eat slowly. 
• Avoid extremely spicy and fatty foods.
• Avoid binge eating.
•  Do not lie down immediately after a meal. 
• Cut back on your alcohol consumption.
•  Stop smoking. 
• Manage stress. 
• Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy weight.  
• Try to cut back on pain relievers.

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