Belching
Home Remedies Solution on 23rd, 2008 Belching is also called eructation or ructus is a process of releasing gas from the digestive tract through the mouth. An odor and sound may also accompany this it is common to people regardless of age and ethnicity. This happens to release the excess air in the stomach and relieves some stomach discomfort.
Symptoms of Belching
- Burping Sounds
- Odor when burping
Causes of Belching
- Fast eating that leads to swallowing of excess air
- Drinking carbonated beverages (e.g. Softdrinks)
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease causes involuntary burping
Treatment / Homemade Remedies
Fennel Seeds:
Chew about 1 tablespoonful of fennel seeds after each meal
Virgin Coconut Oil:
Add a pinch of Asafetida in about 5 ml of VCO and apply topically in the stomach area
Warm Water:
Mix a pinch of Asafetida in 250 ml glass of water
Ginger Powder
Mix a half-teaspoon of dry Ginger powder in 250 ml glass of warm water
Brandy:
Mix 2 tablespoon of brandy in 250 ml glass of warm water
Raw Ginger:
Chew a small piece of fresh ginger slices soaked in limejuice
Dill Oil and Honey:
Add a few drops of dill oil in a teaspoon of honey after meal
Lemon Juice:
Mix a pinch of baking soda in 250 ml glass of limejuice diluted with water
Chamomile Tea:
Drink chamomile tea at least twice a day to avoid burping
Prevention
- Avoid stress
- Eating slowly or have small meals
- Avoid excessive alcohol consumption
- Eat advisable portions of vegetables and fruits
- Avoiding chewing gum and carbonated drinks
- Avoid excessive consumption of onions and chocolates
- Avoid over consumption of milk and sugary substances
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