| In this time and age when technology is at a rapid | | | | needed regarding its healing properties for |
| pace, it is quite surprising that alternative herbal | | | | heartburn. |
| medicine can outweigh the traditional drug-based | | | | 5. Slippery elm or red elm- Used in North America for |
| medicines. This is true in the cure for acid reflux or | | | | centuries as herbal medicine in the treatment of |
| heartburn, where various acid reflux herb cures are | | | | ulcers, skin inflammation, wounds, burns and boils. As |
| more popular than the drugs. | | | | a nutritional food, it is similar to oatmeal and can |
| Whereas acid reflux herb cures as alternative | | | | easily be digested by people with intestinal problems |
| medicine still need further analysis and the dosage is | | | | or gastritis. However, extensive scientific research is |
| a mere guessing game. A lot of people prefer them | | | | still needed for its medical properties. |
| over the traditional drugs. People seem to overlook | | | | 6. Bladder wrack- This is an algae in the form of |
| the fact that drug medications have undergone | | | | seaweeds found on the shores of British Isles. |
| extensive research. These include various tests and | | | | Commonly used as ingredients of over-the-counter |
| scientific researches to avoid any adverse reactions | | | | drugs for heartburn and components in nutritional |
| when consumed by the patient. | | | | supplements. |
| Traditional medicines include antacids, H2 inhibitors, | | | | As in any form of medication whether acid reflux |
| bismuth subsalicylate and Proton pump inhibitors as | | | | herb cure or drug based, medical consultation is still a |
| against medicinal herbs for acid reflux. Herbal | | | | must. This is due to the fact that limited medical |
| medicines are as simple as the herbs they contain. | | | | research was spent on it. It is known to happen that |
| Here are some popular herbs that are proven to cure | | | | expecting too much of herbal medical power results |
| acid reflux. Though considered as natural or organic, a | | | | to complications rather good results. |
| doctor's recommendation is still needed before trying | | | | There are acid reflux herbs already in the market and |
| any of these acid reflux herb medicines: | | | | commercially distributed by reputable drug companies. |
| 1. Ginger- Known to cure acid reflux due to its | | | | These herbal medications now come in the form of |
| anti-inflammatory ingredients; you can boil fresh | | | | capsule, tablet or drops. Their main purpose is to |
| ginger and drink it similar to tea or you can sprinkle | | | | soothe and relieve the stomach lining as well as to |
| ginger powder on your food. | | | | strengthen the whole digestive system. Accordingly, |
| 2. Liquorice or licorice- This is a legume found in most | | | | taking this herbal cures does not need to be in daily |
| parts of Asia and southern Europe. This is used in | | | | dosages just to be effective. |
| soft drinks and candies as flavoring due to its sweet | | | | Nevertheless to be really effective, there is also a |
| aftertaste. Since ancient times, this is also used as an | | | | need to change your eating habits and your diet. |
| effective expectorant. | | | | Regardless of the type of medication you decide on, |
| 3. Black pepper- Helps in the digestion of food hence, | | | | your road to recovery also requires discipline. |
| best for people suffering from acid reflux. | | | | Treatments include rehabilitation, hence acid reflux |
| 4. Aloe Vera or Medicinal Aloe- Aloe Vera gel is | | | | herb medicines will only succeed if you watch what |
| commercially used as ingredients in beverages, | | | | you eat. |
| desserts and yogurts. Further medical evaluation is still | | | | |