Will eating more tamarind candy cause acid reflux if I have excess stomach acid?

Apr 30, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Shen Yonghua
Introduction
If excessive gastric acid secretion has already caused stomach discomfort symptoms such as stomach pain, heartburn, and acid reflux, consuming tamarind cake at this time may worsen these symptoms. This is because tamarind cake contains certain acidic components that may irritate the gastric mucosa, stimulate increased gastric acid secretion, and thereby exacerbate stomach discomfort, including symptoms such as nausea and vomiting.

  Consuming too much tamarind candy may cause nausea if you have excessive stomach acid, so it's important to eat in a reasonable manner.

  If you have excessive gastric acid secretion and have already developed symptoms of stomach discomfort, such as stomach pain, heartburn, or acid reflux, eating tamarind candy may worsen these symptoms. This is because tamarind candy contains acidic components that may irritate the gastric mucosa, stimulate increased gastric acid secretion, and thereby exacerbate gastric discomfort, including nausea and other symptoms.

  Even individuals with normal gastric acid levels may experience excessive gastric acid secretion and symptoms such as nausea due to overconsumption of tamarind candy. Therefore, it is important to control the amount consumed. For those with excessive gastric acid, it is recommended to avoid eating tamarind candy to prevent worsening of symptoms. Excessive gastric acid may cause gastrointestinal bloating, nausea, acid reflux, and even heartburn, which are collectively referred to as nausea-related discomfort.

  In daily life, maintaining a regular routine, keeping a balanced diet, and diversifying food intake are also important for maintaining good health.