Natural remedies for indigestion - Indigestion

The following remedies for indigestion can be found in health food stores.

Peppermint in tea or tablet form contains menthol and has an antispasmodic effect on the digestive tract. It relieves gas and stomach cramps.

Chamomile in tea or tablet form has antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory and gas-relieving effects.

Slippery elm bark in tea or tablet form helps form a protective coating in the stomach.

DGL (deglycyrrhizinated licorice) is an anti-ulcer agent.

Ginger in tea or tablet form relieves gas and reduces bloating and pain.

Aloe vera gel helps soothe the stomach.

Activated charcoal tablets or capsules are useful for gas pain. Charcoal absorbs medications and should not be taken within two hours of taking any medicine.

To relieve pressure at night, use blocks to raise the head of the bed frame at least 6 inches. This will lessen the pressure on the stomach and prevent stomach contents from moving into the esophagus. Wait a couple of hours after a meal before lying down. Sleep on the left side of the body, the stomach is lower when lying on the left side.

Stress, obesity, and pressure on the stomach can cause indigestion. These causes can be eliminated by participating in regular exercise such as walking, bicycling, swimming, or yoga. Avoid strenuous exercise immediately after a meal.

Aromatherapy can relieve an upset stomach. The following essential herbal oils can be used in an infusion or diluted with almond or olive oil (four drops of herbal oil with an ounce of almond or olive oil) and massaged onto the abdomen:

Peppermint

Marjoram

Fennel

Coriander

Always consult a physician before proceeding with any remedy.