Tips for Relieving Stomach Acid
Disease description:
Recently, I've been feeling uncomfortable in my stomach, experiencing nausea and discomfort, as if there's excessive stomach acid. I really want to find some relief. Could you please tell me some effective tips for alleviating excess stomach acid?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
Effective tips for relieving stomach acid mainly include the following aspects:
1. Dietary adjustment: Avoid high-fat, spicy, acidic foods and beverages containing caffeine, as these can easily stimulate gastric acid secretion. Increase intake of dietary fiber, such as whole grains, vegetables, and fruits, which helps promote digestion.
2. Eat smaller, more frequent meals: Avoid consuming large amounts of food at one time, as this increases pressure on the stomach and may cause acid reflux. Instead, eat five to six small meals throughout the day to reduce the burden on the stomach.
3. Weight management: Being overweight or obese is a significant risk factor for acid reflux. Control your weight through healthy eating and regular exercise to reduce abdominal pressure and lower the likelihood of acid reflux.
4. Massage therapy: Gently massage the abdomen, alternating between clockwise and counterclockwise directions. This can help increase blood flow to the abdominal muscles and intestinal smooth muscles, promote active gastrointestinal secretion, and accelerate food absorption, thereby alleviating discomfort caused by excess stomach acid.
If symptoms of excess stomach acid persist or worsen, prompt medical consultation is recommended.
