Indigestion And Heartburn

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WHAT IS INDIGESTION AND HEARTBURN
Indigestion and Heartburn is burning and uncomfortable feeling in the upper chest and abdominal area. Indigestion is an upset stomach that usually occurs after a large meal has been eaten or a meal containing spicy or high fat foods or if you eat your meal too quickly or if you’re stressed.

Indigestion is quite common, but is usually only temporary. Often the cause cannot be ascertained, but usually in a few days you will be recovered. Indigestion can be the symptom of other more serious problems such as peptic ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome, heart problems or stomach ulcers.

Heartburn also known as reflux is the stomach acid going back up into the esophagus. A valve usually stops the contents from rising but if it’s weakened, heartburn will occur. This causes a burning sensation in the upper chest and heart region.

CAUSE OF INDIGESTION AND HEARTBURN
Indigestion and Heartburn can be caused by and exaggerated by:

• Tea
• Stress
• Coffee
• Alcohol
• Fat Food
• Smoking
• Chocolate
• Pregnancy
• Spicy Foods
• Increased Weight
• Eating your Meals Quickly
• Some Medications and Drugs

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF INDIGESTION AND HEARTBURN
Symptoms May Include:

• Gas
• Feeling Bloating
• Feeling Nauseous
• Burning Chest Pain
• Frequently Burping
• Difficulty Swallowing

BEST TREATMENT FOR INDIGESTION AND HEARTBURN
Indigestion and heartburn can be prevented and treated by:

• Exercising Regularly
• Maintain Your Stress Levels
• Don’t eat Fatty or Spicy Foods
• Drink Plenty of Water throughout the day
• Eat Your Meals Slowly and chew your food well
• Eat Healthier Meals including lots of fruits, nuts, grains and vegetables

NATURAL HERBS & FOODS TO TREAT INDIGESTION

• Neem
• Ginger
• Fennel
• Parsley
• Tumeric
• Oregano
• Dandelion
• Peppermint
• Chamomile

NATURAL HERBS & FOODS TO TREAT HEARTBURN

• Zinc
• MSM
• Calcium
• Magnesium
• Vitamin A, B5, E

MEDICATIONS
The common treatments for indigestion and heartburn are antacids, (neutralize stomach acid), motility modifying agents (help the stomach empty sooner) and acid lowering medications that decrease the acid in the stomach.

COMPLICATIONS
Indigestion and heartburn can be a sign of a more serious problem so see your GP if you experience any of the following symptoms.

See a GP if:

• You vomit blood
• You are older than 50 years of age
• Your Faces are dark or black I colour
• Not gotten over the cold within 7 days
• You experience pain when you swallow food
• If you have a family history of stomach cancer
• You take anti-inflammatory medicine regularly
• Children under the age of 12 years experiences indigestion
• Your indigestion is not helped by medication or lifestyle changes

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