Relieve Acid Reflux with These Amazing Remedies.

Relieve GERD with These Remedies and Recipes

Gastroesophageal Reflux: Symptoms and Risks

Do you experience vomiting, heartburn, and chest discomfort when lying down? These symptoms may indicate gastroesophageal reflux or GERD, commonly known as “heartburn.” If left untreated, GERD can increase the risk of esophageal cancer and significantly impact your ability to eat and sleep well.

Acupressure Points to Alleviate GERD

Massaging three acupuncture points can relieve and prevent the symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux. The Neiguan (PC 6) can help with heart-related issues, while the Spirit Gate (HT 7) calms the heart and mind. Together with Zusanli (ST 36), which is effective for treating “stomach colds,” these acupressure points can improve and prevent gastroesophageal reflux.

• Neiguan acupoint
• Spirit Gate acupoint
• Zusanli acupoint

Contrary to popular belief, most people who experience “heartburn” due to acid reflux suffer from what are known in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) as stomach “colds.” Thus, stimulating the Zusanli (ST 36) acupressure point can “warm” the stomach and improve digestion.

Eat Regular Meals and Avoid Overeating

A proper diet is the solution for GERD. This involves eating three meals regularly and in appropriate portions while avoiding overeating or going hungry for long periods. Limiting your intake of sweet, iced, and fried foods is important to maintain a healthy diet. These foods are commonly consumed by those who need more discipline in their eating habits.

Consider sharing a portion of your food to reduce your intake and satisfy your hunger. Additionally, drinking a cup of sour plum soup after consuming these types of foods can aid in their digestion.

‘Pork Belly Four Gods Soup’ Recipe

The “Pork Belly Four Gods Soup” is a well-known soup recipe in Taiwan. To make it, you’ll need half a pork belly and poria, Gordon Euryale seed, lotus seed, yam, and Job’s-tear. This soup is especially beneficial for improving digestion, as Job’s tear helps break down tough foods in the stomach. While boiled pork belly can be difficult to digest on its own, the combination of Job’s-tear and Four Gods Soup helps it to break down quickly.

Ingredients:

• Half a pork belly
• 25 grams poria
• 60 grams Gordon Euryale seed
• 60 grams lotus seed
• 30 grams yam
• 30 grams job’s-tear

Directions:

1. Clean all ingredients.
2. Put all ingredients into a pot of water.
3. Bring to a boil, and turn the heat to low, for 40 minutes.
4. Serve when the soup cools down.

Mindful Eating and Sleep Habits

Eating mindfully and slowly can greatly improve digestion. Avoid eating anything, including snacks, at least three hours before going to bed. This can greatly improve gastroesophageal reflux symptoms and aid in weight loss, allowing you to accomplish two goals simultaneously.

Get to sleep before 11 p.m. to avoid harming the liver and gallbladder, which are closely related to the stomach. In TCM’s five elements theory, the liver is considered a wood element, while the stomach is considered earth. If the liver is damaged, it can negatively affect the spleen and stomach, and proper digestion in the stomach relies on the assistance of bile.

Remember to consult your doctor or TCM experts before trying any of these remedies or recipes.