Home remedies
In addition to the drugs, there are a number of home remedies that can be used for heartburn. They are particularly suitable for heartburn that only exists temporarily. Complaints that persist for a long time should be clarified by a doctor.
Heartburn is often triggered by a particular dietary style. Some foods increase the production of gastric acid and can therefore promote heartburn. These include citrus fruits, coffee, very fatty foods, sweets and carbonated beverages.
People who are prone to heartburn should limit their consumption of these foods. This can often prevent heartburn. In addition, these foods should not be eaten/drunk in the evening, as heartburn can be particularly noticeable when lying down due to the easier backflow of stomach acid into the esophagus.
Sodium bicarbonate is comparable to baking powder. It can be dissolved in water and drunk and neutralizes stomach acid in the case of heartburn. However, it is not suitable for the long-term treatment of heartburn.
Eating starchy foods, such as dry potatoes, rusks and dry white bread, is also effective in neutralizing excess stomach acid. Healing clay is very effective in the treatment of heartburn. It can be mixed or taken in capsule form and is very effective in binding excess stomach acid and other harmful substances from the gastrointestinal tract.
Healing clay is very well tolerated and therefore recommended for temporary heartburn. Various types of tea have a calming effect on the gastrointestinal tract and can therefore be used as a supporting treatment for heartburn. These include, for example, chamomile, fennel and caraway tea.
Tea mixtures made from herbs that are good for the stomach can also be drunk. Heartburn can be particularly bad when lying down. This is due to the fact that in a horizontal body position light gastric acid can flow back towards the esophagus.
In an upright position the acid is retained better in the stomach by gravity. People with heartburn can often improve the symptoms by sleeping with a slightly raised upper body. Simply place a few pillows under your upper body.
