Sir I am from hyderabad aged 23 years and I have been suffering from indigestion and acidity after I hailed from vijayawada. Pl. Let me know why it is so and what steps to take to come over from this. And even suggest me the deit.

Dr. Amit VermaGeneral Physician18yrs exp

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Here are tips to prevent Acidity and indigestion: -Relax and eat food slowly;Take time to eat- don't rush. Avoid skipping breakfast. - Eat smaller meals;Don't overeat� -Limit fluids intake during meals. As it increases stomach distension.� -Avoid foods and drinks that trigger acidity (e.g. Fatty ,Spicy foods, onions, garlic, peppermint, chocolate, coffee,tea, citrus fruits or juices, tomatoes, cola or alcohol) -Stop smoking.�& Avoid alcohol;Stress may increase stomach acids -Wear loose-fitting clothes.Tight clothes or belts can constrict your stomach. -Do daily exercise.like walking;It keeps you upright, allowing gravity to aid digestion -Don't lie down after eating.Wait at least 2-3 hours after meal before sleeping. Avoid late night snacks�.Elevate the head end of bed by 6-8 inches. Sleep in left lateral position. HOME REMEDIES:.Dried ginger ,dried fennel or Ripened guava can speed up digestion of food� -Avoid Juices-Citrus drinks such as orange, tomato juice ,grapefruit, and pineapple juice are very acidic and can cause acid reflux. -TREATMENT:�-Antacids: like SUCRAMAL 2 tsp thrice daily , may give relief.� -For severe cases,tablet Pantocid ?DSR are taken once/twice daily before meals as these reduce acid production in the stomach. 

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