Ayurveda defines hyperacidity as the diseased condition in which there is a higher level of acid in the stomach. An optimum level of hydrochloric acid is needed for the digestion so as to break down the food particles into its smallest form. The most common symptoms of hyperacidity are excess saliva secretion, nausea, lack of appetite, constipation, discomfort in the stomach, a bitter taste in the mouth, burping etc.
Ayurveda points out the major cause of this ailment as an imbalance in Pitta Dosha. The aggravated Pitta dosha influences the digestive health and ama get produced in the body. The generated ama gets accumulated in the digestive channels causing hyperacidity.
The Ayurveda management on minimizing the acid indigestion includes following a healthy diet & lifestyle. Put control on the intake of heat producing foods as it induces acid production. Vinegar, tomatoes, yogurt, garlic, orange juice etc comes under the category of pitta aggravating foods, it's better to avoid these foods until the acid level gets balanced. Ayurveda recommends not to skip meals if you suffer from hyperacidity. Empty stomach aggravates Sadhaka Pitta, a subdosha of PittaDosha. Stress management, yoga, meditation etc help to balance the Pitta Dosha.
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