What can I do for Indigestion?

Posted by: CaroleC

Date Entered: Sep 25, 2009

Last Update: Sep 25, 2009 - 9:09 AM

Sometimes when I am in bed, I feel like I have indigestion and then I get a bitter taste and a burning sensation in the back of my throat. It’s very unpleasant and has been going on for about 5 months now. I was given Gaviscon and that does make it better but only for a short time. Is there anything herbal that could help?

Herbal Remedies for Acid Reflux

Posted by: Deborah Grant

Date Entered: Sep 25, 2009

The are several Herbal Remedies for Indigestion.

It seems that you suffer with acid reflux from your stomach. This can be caused for a variety of reasons including, stress and eating too late at night.

There are herbs, which are excellent for this condition and will help resolve the problem. Diet and lifestyle play an important part too so need to be considered.

Essential Oils for Indigestion

Posted by: Beverley Hawkins

Date Entered: Sep 25, 2009

Many of us have suffered from Indigestion at one time or another and it can be accompanied by flatulence, colic, heartburn, abdominal pain and nausea. It can also be associated with stress, anxiety or underlying emotional tensions. Eating too much or too quickly, or too highly spiced foods can also cause Indigestion. One needs to look at what is causing the Indigestion and take measures to make any necessary life style or diet changes that might be necessary.

The most effective methods of using the essential oils includes the soothing circular, clockwise massage of the abdomen, a warm compress or a bath with the essential oil blend added.

If the Indigestion is accompanied by nausea put a drop or two of peppermint onto a tissue and inhale this. Essential oils that have be found to be useful with Indigestion include lavender, Roman chamomile, peppermint, black pepper, fennel, dill, cardamom, marjoram, coriander, ginger and spearmint.