Whenever you have an upset stomach, immediately take these kitchen ingredients. Your stomach woes will disappear in a jiffy
There is nothing more uncomfortable than an upset stomach. From feeling bloated to not being able to eat anything, indigestion can cause a host of problems. It can also lead to cramps, nausea, pain in the stomach and even acid reflux.
Thankfully, there are a host of home remedies available, which will help you in soothing your troubled tummy without any side-effects.
1. Apple cider vinegar
ACV (apple cider vinegar) is may help in returning the acid levels in the stomach back to normal. Although, always make it a point to dilute it before consumption.
2. Water to the rescue
When you drink a lot of water, it will not only help in preventing dehydration from diarrhea but can also ease constipation. For best results, you may drink a glass of warm water.
3. Carom seeds
Also known as ajwain, carom seeds are the go-to solution for indigestion and bloating. Take a tablespoon of ajwain and a pinch of salt with warm water and you will be ‘burping’ your problems away pretty soon. Hello, happy tummy!
4. Baking soda
Taking ½ teaspoon of baking soda with some warm water may work better than standard antacids in relieving your tummy woes. Remember, do not exceed the quantity of baking soda or it may turn counterproductive.
5. Lemon water
There is a reason why lemon-water still remains the go-to solution whenever you are battling the turbulence in your tummy. Lemon’s alkaline effect helps in soothing the excess acidity in the stomach.
6. Peppermint tea
Peppermint tea actually helps in getting rid of nausea as well. Do keep in mind that drinking peppermint tea when your nausea is induced by acid reflux may worsen it further, due to its antispasmodic nature.
Besides, you can also use a heating pad. Applying a heating pad on your lower abdominal area can relieve stomach cramps and relax the tensed muscles.
