Get Relief from Acidity and Gas During Festivals: Try These Ayurvedic Remedies for a Healthy Stomach
New Delhi (The Uttam Hindu): The festival of Diwali brings to mind glowing diyas, bright lights, and delicious festive dishes. During this time, everyone enjoys a variety of fried snacks and sweets. However, overeating these can lead to problems like gas, acidity, indigestion, and stomach pain. By following a few simple home remedies, you can easily avoid these digestive issues.
1. Carom Seeds (Ajwain): A Natural Cure for Gas and Indigestion
Ajwain is known in Ayurveda as a powerful remedy for stomach problems. Its strong flavor and medicinal properties help improve digestion quickly. Boil one teaspoon of ajwain in water, make a decoction, and drink it. This helps release trapped gas and provides instant relief.
2. Ginger: The Best Digestive Booster
A small piece of ginger not only enhances the flavor of food but also keeps your digestive system healthy. Chewing ginger with rock salt (sendha namak) helps relieve heaviness and nausea. This remedy is especially useful for those who feel uneasy or nauseated after eating too many sweets.
3. Cumin Seeds (Jeera): Simple Solution for Acidity
Cumin seeds are a common kitchen ingredient with powerful health benefits. If you feel bloated or acidic, roast one teaspoon of cumin, boil it in water, and drink it after cooling. It improves digestion, helps food break down faster, and relieves acidity.
4. Asafoetida (Hing): Quick Relief from Gas and Bloating
Mix a pinch of hing in lukewarm water and drink it to get instant relief from gas and bloating. Adding hing regularly to your meals keeps your digestion smooth and prevents long-term stomach issues.
5. Fennel and Rock Sugar (Saunf & Mishri): Natural Coolant for the Stomach
Fennel and mishri together make a great mouth freshener and cooling agent. During festivals, spicy and sugary foods can cause burning sensations in the stomach. Eating fennel and mishri after meals soothes the stomach, improves digestion, and leaves a refreshing feeling.