natural hearburn relief

[chabella]

What are some of the best ways to get rid of this? My husband had a little case of it last night and whatever we had in the house did nothing for him and I would like to know what else we could use.

 

[wanderingherb]

Fennel Seeds, Chamomile, Lavender, some use peppermint for some folks it makes it worse. Fennel works real well. See if you can find a blend of tea for indigestion. Make sure it at least has some fennel in it.

 

[chabella]

I think the peppermint might be the trick, the better half is not always happy with my home remedies but if it helps him this time he might turn over a new leaf. I had heard about the lavender too but never new the best way to get everything together, tea sounds like the right approach (esp. for an antsy spouse).

 

[Hyacinth]

I just read that ginger ale might help relieve heartburn but make sure it contains ginger extract. I am not sure if you husband would like it, but another remedy is to put a piece of ginger in boiling water let steep then drink.

 

[MarBell]

I'm going to be in a town tomorrow where there is a Whole Foods store. I'm putting tea with fennel and chamomile on my shopping list right now, along with some good brand of ginger ale. My husband is having a really difficult time with heartburn right now. Thanks for the suggestions.

 

[lettuce]

I think limiting the foods that cause heartburn is a better solution rather than trying to put a band-aid on the symptoms. Heartburn culprits include: fried/greasy/fatty foods, butter/mayo/sauces/dressings, full-fat dairy, chocolate, caffeine, alcohol, and spicy or citrusy foods.