What is Acidity?

Acidity is a term used for excess secretion of gastric juice

1. The main causes/triggering factors of acidity are :
   • Irregular eating habits
   • Spicy and junk foods
   • Emotional factors like fear,anger,tension,stress
   • Going to bed soon eating food
   • Cigarette smoking
   • Certain drugs especially NSAIDs
2. Mai symptoms of acidity are :
   • Burning and pain in the abdomen
   • Burning in chest
   • Frequent burps
   • Regurgitation of food
   • Bloatedness of abdomen

Acidity can be controlled easily by following few life style changes

1. Do’s :
   • Eat meals at regular intervals
   • Relax 20 minutes after eating
   • Eat bland foods, boiled vegetables and fresh fruits
   • Manage stress levels
2. Don’ts :
   • Avoid citrus fruits, coffee, tea, condiments, spices
   • Avoid tobacco and alcohol
   • Do not exercise,bend/stoop/sleep immediately after meals
   • Avoid fried foods
   • Avoid drugs especially NSAIDs