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Burning In Stomach

Burning in the stomach is also defined as dyspepsia. It is very common and almost everyone suffers from it at least once in the lifetime. Burning in the stomach is not a life-threatening health issue but it creates discomfort. It also may be accompanied with pain in the stomach.

Home Remedies For Burning In Stomach

Home Remedies For Burning In Stomach

There are drugs available over the counter to treat it but when we have amazing, cost-effective home remedies for the same then why to go for conventional drugs.

Causes Of Burning In Stomach

However, before we discuss the home remedies for burning in stomach we should know the cause behind it.

The most common cause of burning in the stomach is GERD or gastroesophageal reflux. Gastritis or stomach ulcers also causes burning in the stomach. One of the primary cause of burning in the stomach is eating too much spicy food. Alcohol consumption and drinking too much-carbonated drinks may also be a cause. Those who are lactose intolerance commonly suffer from sensation as if the tummy is burning. Gallbladder disease, gastroparesis, irritable bowel syndrome, pancreatitis, thyroid diseases and stomach infection may also be responsible for the same.

Causes Of Burning In Stomach

Causes Of Burning In Stomach

Too much stress may also cause burning in the tummy. Drinking less water or too much water also can be held responsible.

Symptoms That Accompany Burning In the Stomach

Burning in stomach is not a disease but a symptom suggesting that something is wrong in your stomach. Other symptoms that usually accompany burning in the stomach are bloating, nausea vomiting, loose motions, belching and gas, heartburn, growling stomach, heartburn and an acidic taste in the mouth.

Symptoms That Accompany burning In the stomach

Symptoms That Accompany burning In the stomach

Home Remedies For Burning In Stomach

Below are effective home remedies to get rid of burning in the stomach. Have a look.

1. Aloe Vera Juice to Get Rid of burning In Stomach-

Aloe vera is anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial. It has a cooling effect and neutralises stomach acid. Drink a half cup of aloe vera juice every day half an hour before the meals.

Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera

*If you are suffering from loose motions or upset stomach better avoid it.

2. Thyme Tea to Get Rid of burning In Stomach-

Thyme tea is known to reduce the stomach gas and reduces swelling in the mucosal lining of the stomach. It also alleviates pain.

Steep a teaspoon dried thyme powder in a cup of hot water for 10minutes. Strain the beverage and sip it warm. Drink thyme tea two times ina day.

3. Baking Soda to Get Rid of Burning Stomach –

Baking soda neutralises the stomach acid. Mix a teaspoon of baking soda and half teaspoon lemon juice to a glass of water.
Mix well and consume it for instant relief.

Baking soda

Baking Soda to Get Rid of Burning Stomach

* If you suffer from chronic hypertension better avoid it. Do not drink baking soda water for more than a week or it may adversely affect your health.

4. Apple Cider Vinegar to Get Rid of Burning Stomach –

Apple cider vinegar is anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial. It balances the level of acid due to its alkalizing property.

To a glass of lukewarm water, add two-teaspoon apple cider vinegar. Drink this solution half an hour before meals. You may also add a teaspoon of honey for taste.

Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple Cider Vinegar

Rinse your mouth thoroughly after having apple cider vinegar.

5. Fennel Seeds to Get Rid of Burning in Stomach-

There is compound present in fennel seeds known as anethole that smoothens muscle spasm. This, in turn, alleviates the pain and burning in the stomach. It also treats indigestion.

Fennel Seeds

Fennel Seeds to Get Rid of Burning in Stomach

Crush about 3 grams of fennel seeds and boil in a cup of water for a few minutes. Strain and drink the concoction warm. Drink fennel tea three times in a day.

6. Caraway Seeds to Get Rid of Burning in Stomach –

Caraway seeds is used since ages to treat issues related to tummy. It effectively alleviates pain and burning sensation in the belly.

Steep a half-teaspoon caraway seeds ina cup of steaming water for 15 minutes. Strain and drink the concoction warm two times in a day.

How To Prevent Burning In Stomach

Prevention is always better than cure. To prevent burning in stomach and other issues related to indigestion avoid too much spicy food and oily, alcohol and carbonated drinks. Quit smoking. Eat small meals at small intervals. Do not sleep or exercise immediately after eating. Drink at least 9-10 glasses of water every day. Eat foods rich in fibre but avoid acidic fruits such as oranges and grapefruit. It is also advised to declare the consumption of tea and coffee.If you suffer from burning in stomach often, it is advised to eat bland foods.

Never suppress your burps. Burping prevents stomach burn. Never sleep on your stomach. Reduce stress by yoga and meditation. Always sleep with head elevated. Follow an exercise routine. Exercise daily for 45 minutes.

Reference:

https://www.healthline.com/health/stomach-burning

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9 The Top Natural Tips For Enhancing Your Breasts! https://homehealthbeauty.in/people/women/the-top-natural-tips-for-enhancing-your-breasts/ https://homehealthbeauty.in/people/women/the-top-natural-tips-for-enhancing-your-breasts/#respond Thu, 11 Apr 2019 14:36:29 +0000 https://homehealthbeauty.in/?p=8947 Here Are The Top Natural Tips For Enhancing Your Breasts! Many women run after fuller breasts and take up medicines or go under the knife to enhance their breasts. This might prove futile in terms of health and can cause some side effects to the body. There are many ways to enhance the breasts naturally […]

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Here Are The Top Natural Tips For Enhancing Your Breasts!

Many women run after fuller breasts and take up medicines or go under the knife to enhance their breasts. This might prove futile in terms of health and can cause some side effects to the body.

Natural Tips For Enhancing Your Breasts

Natural Tips For Enhancing Your Breasts

There are many ways to enhance the breasts naturally and make them beautiful

Here are some natural tips that helps in enhancing your breasts naturally and without harming your body.

Here Are The Top Natural Tips For Enhancing Your Breasts!

Here Are The Top Natural Tips For Enhancing Your Breasts!

1# Chest Press

This is an amazing and popular exercise for breast enlargement and it also helps in toning the skin and muscle tissues around the breast area. This helps in firming the breasts and they appear larger as well. Just lie on your back on the floor and keep your knees bent. Hold a dumbbell in each hand and lift your arms up above your shoulder. Pull your abdominal in and then push your chin towards the chest. Lower down the dumbbells slightly keeping your elbows beneath your shoulders. Move your shoulder blades back and down. Do three sets of 10 reps on daily basis to get beautiful breasts.

Chest press is an amazing exercise for enhancing your breasts

Chest press is an amazing exercise for enhancing your breasts

2# Push-Ups

Regular push-ups also improves the appearance of your breasts and helps in building the core strength. Push-ups involves repeated movement of the arms and shoulders that helps in preventing the sagging of the breasts. Lie down on your stomach and put your palms on the floor. Push your body upwards until your arms are straight while there will be slight bend in the elbows. Lower your back and keep your elbows at your side. Do 3 sets with 10 reps daily to get enhanced breasts.

3# Massage

Massaging your breasts with oilve oil or almond oil helps in increasing the blood circulation and makes your breasts appear bigger and firmer. Rub the oil between your palms and generate heat. Now place your hands on your breasts and rub the oil inwards on your breasts in circular motion. Rub for around 100 circular motions in the morning and before going to the bed at night. Get desirable results in 1 or 2 months of this regular practice.

Regular breast massage with oil helps in enhancing the size naturally

Regular breast massage with oil helps in enhancing the size naturally

4# Manual Household Chores

Doing household chores manually leads to physical effort and forward bending, arm swings, brooming the floor or mopping the floor helps in enhancing the size of your breasts. Dusting the furniture and washing clothes with hands also helps in giving equal pump to your breasts.

Manual Household Chores

Manual Household Chores

5# Fenugreek

Fenugreek oil firms up the breasts and retains the elasticity of the skin

Fenugreek oil

Fenugreek oil

Fenugreek is a plant that is popularly found in India and it has lot of fibre and iron as well. Fenugreek helps in breast enhancement as it stimulates the mammary glands and this gives a boost to the breast tissues. Fenugreek oil is available in the stores so you can buy that and massage your breasts with that oil twice in a day to increase the size of your breasts.

6# Green Papaya

Green papaya also helps in enhancing the breasts as it accelerates the process of metabolism in the skin and this leads to breast enlargement. Eat green papaya after your periods are over as it works well after that. Eating green papaya on regular basis will increase your breasts in a month or so. It also helps in firming up your breasts and keeps them supple.

7# Soy Milk

Unsweetened soy milk has phytoestrogens that increases the breast size

Soy Milk

Soy Milk

Take 1-2 cups of unsweetened soy milk and drink it up on daily basis. Soy milk is derived from soybeans and it contains high level of phytoestrogens that helps in increasing the breast size naturally.

8# Vitamins

Vitamin A, B3, C and E helps in enhancing the breasts and keeps your breasts healthy. Vitamin A helps in producing the collagen that firms up the breasts, Vitamin B3 helps in improving the blood circulation and promotes breast enlargement indirectly. Vitamin C helps in producing the collagen and keeps the breast cells hydrated. This keeps your breasts tight and increases their elasticity.

9# Fennel Seeds

Fennel seeds are rich in flavonoids that increases the estrogen on the body and keeps your breasts enhanced. Take 1 tsp of fennel seeds and add them to 1 cup water. Add this to a saucepan and bring this water to a boil. Let it simmer for 5 minutes and drink it before it gets cold. Add honey if you require it for a sweet taste. Drink this twice in a day on daily basis and see your breasts getting firmer and big in size.

 

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Home Remedies For Flatulence https://homehealthbeauty.in/health/home-remedies-for-flatulence/ https://homehealthbeauty.in/health/home-remedies-for-flatulence/#respond Fri, 31 Aug 2018 11:54:08 +0000 https://homehealthbeauty.in/?p=8209 What is Flatulence Passing gas is natural but doesn’t sound good in public. We all pass wind or fart occasionally,and in medical terms, this phenomenon is called flatulence. Flatulence is the passing of gas from the digestive system through back passage. Almost every body passes wind a few time in a day, but it becomes a […]

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What is Flatulence

Passing gas is natural but doesn’t sound good in public. We all pass wind or fart occasionally,and in medical terms, this phenomenon is called flatulence. Flatulence is the passing of gas from the digestive system through back passage.

Flatulence

Flatulence

Almost every body passes wind a few time in a day, but it becomes a matter of concern and embarrassment when the frequency of farting increases, the sound is irritably high, or it smells bad forcing everyone to hold their breath. Refraining yourself from passing out the wind is not a solution. Better look out for the cause and try to minimize the production of gas in your body. There are home remedies for flatulence, but before acknowledging them lets first learn the causes of flatulence.

Causes Of Flatulence

Indigestion, Swallowing excess air while eating or drinking, constipation and irritable bowel syndrome cause excessive flatulence. Certain foods causing flatulence are kidney beans, dairy, radish, legumes, carrots, cabbage and onion.

Causes Of Flatulence

Causes Of Flatulence

Home remedies for flatulence improve digestion, promote bowel movements and provides you relief from gas and flatulence.

Home Remedies For Flatulence

1.Ginger-

Ginger promotes digestion and eliminates accumulated gas in the digestive tract. It also eases the pain in the abdomen and has a laxative effect. Steep a few slices of ginger in a cup of steaming water for 15 minutes. Strain and drink ginger tea warm.

Ginger

Ginger

2.Activated Charcoal-

It is one of the best home remedies for flatulence. Activated charcoal absorbs the excess of gas. It is a porous nature. The porous property allows water and air to pass through the holes. These spaces trap excess gas produced in the intestines. Capsules or powdered activated charcoal are available at pharmacy stores. Charcoal will not be digested by your system and will leave the system without being absorbed. For mild flatulence, one capsule per day is enough. Still, see your doctor for the recommended doses. Also, drink a lot of water.

3.Caraway Seeds-

Caraway seeds provides instant relief from stomach flatulence. It is rich in compound carvene and carvol. Both the chemicals soothe the muscles of the digestive tract and help in the expulsion of gas. Caraway seeds are anti-spasmodic, antimicrobial and carminative.

Caraway Seeds

Caraway Seeds

Chew a pinch of caraway seeds 3-4 times in a day or drink caraway seed tea. Prepare caraway seed tea by steeping a teaspoon of caraway seed in boiling water for 15 minutes.

4.Fennel seeds-

Fennel seeds have carminative property and expels gas from the intestinal tract. It relieves intestinal spasms, improves digestion and treats bloating issues. Fennel seeds also eliminate fat from the intestines. Chew a pinch of fennel seeds after meals

5.Garlic-

Garlic is anti-inflammatory and treats flatulence. Chew a few garlic cloves and also add garlic to cooking.

Garlic

Garlic

6.Peppermint-

Peppermint soothes inflammation and treats the problem of gas. It reduces bloating and cramping. Menthol is the compound present in peppermint that soothes muscles, relieves gas, bloating, cramps and intestinal spasms. Drink peppermint tea eats two times a day.

7.Baking Soda-

Baking soda is bicarbonate and re-alkalizes the stomach. It neutralizes the acid and passes out the wind. Mix one-fourth teaspoon of baking soda to a glass of water and drink it.

8. Probiotics-

Probiotics are rich in gut bacteria that promote digestion. Incorporate yoghurt, tempeh and kefir into your diet.

9.Turmeric-

Turmeric is rich in antioxidants. Add turmeric to foods while cooking to clear of flatulence.

10.Apple cider Vinegar-

Apple cider vinegar neutralizes stomach acid. Add a tablespoon apple cider vinegar to a glass of water and drink half an hour before meals.

Apple cider Vinegar

Apple cider Vinegar

Home remedies for flatulence solve all the issues related to digestion. Flatulence not always should be considered an issue that can be neglected. So try above home remedies, avoid foods that cause flatulence and drink lots of water.

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9 Home Remedies for Period Pain or Menstrual Pain https://homehealthbeauty.in/people/women/home-remedies-for-period-pain/ https://homehealthbeauty.in/people/women/home-remedies-for-period-pain/#respond Fri, 29 Dec 2017 05:54:35 +0000 http://homehealthbeauty.in/?p=6952 How to Reduce Period Pain Menstruation is a natural physiological phenomenon and part of every female life. But when it comes to period pain those 5-7 days are quite annoying. Pain during the period is caused because of prostaglandins that causes the uterine to contract. Menstrual pain may be dull or throbbing pain radiated to lower […]

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How to Reduce Period Pain

Menstruation is a natural physiological phenomenon and part of every female life. But when it comes to period pain those 5-7 days are quite annoying. Pain during the period is caused because of prostaglandins that causes the uterine to contract.

How to Reduce Period Pain

How to Reduce Period Pain

Menstrual pain may be dull or throbbing pain radiated to lower back and thigs, Some women also complain of the tenderness of breast, nausea and headache during periods. Menstrual cramps subside in 2-3 days. In some females, pains and other accompanying symptoms are experienced before the onset of periods and is known as premenstrual symptoms.

Home Remedies for Period Pain

Fennel Seeds-

Fennel is phytoestrogenic, anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic. It relaxes muscles of the uterus and relieves the pain a ddiscomfort of periods. Add a teaspoon of fennel seeds to a glass of water and boil it. Remove from heat and strain. Add a teaspoon of honey and drink it two times in a day.

Fennel Seeds

Fennel Seeds

Holy basil leaves-

Holy basil leave is very useful in easing cramps due to the presence of caffeic acid. It is a natural pain-killer and analgesic. Add a few basil leaves to a cup of boiling water and steep for 15 minutes. Strain and drink this solution 3-4 times in a day. Alternatively, you may also crush a handful of basil leaves and extract its juice. Add two teaspoon of juice to a cup of warm water and drink the concoction three times in a day.

Heat-

Application of heat on the lower abdomen is useful in controlling the period pain as heat releases the muscles. Place a heating pad on the lower back and lower abdomen. You may also use a plastic bottle filled with hot water for the same purpose. Apply heat till you are comfortable. Taking a hot shower too make you relax and ease the pain.

Heat application

Heat application

Papaya-

Papaya is anti-inflammatory. It is rich in iron, calcium, vitamin A, vitamin C and carotene. It soothes the walls of the uterus and eases muscles. Add papaya to your diet before and during periods.

Chamomile tea-

Chamomile is antispasmodic and anti-inflammatory. It reduces spasmodic contractions and relaxes the muscles of the uterus. Step a chamomile tea bag in a cup of boiling water for 5 minutes. Strain and drink chamomile tea two times on a day a week before the period due date.

Ginger tea-

Ginger lowers the level of prostaglandins that is known to cause menstrual cramps. Steep a few pieces of ginger for 15 minutes. Strain and drink the concoction. You can drink this tea 2-3 times in a day.

Cinnamon –

Cinnamon is anti-inflammatory, anti-clotting and antispasmodic. It is also an excellent source of calcium, iron, manganese and dietary fibre. Stir one-fourth teaspoon of cinnamon powder in a cup of steaming water. Wait for 5 minutes and then add a teaspoon of honey. Sip it slowly.

Cinnamon

Cinnamon

Black strap molasses-

Blackstrap molasses is rich in magnesium, manganese, potassium, iron, vitamin B6, selenium and calcium. It minimises blood clots and soothes the uterine muscle walls. Add two teaspoon of blackstrap molasses to a cup of warm water and drink it. It also regulates irregular periods. Add one-fourth cup of parsley in a bowl of steaming water and steep for 5 minutes. Strain and drink the solution two times in a day.

Parsley-

Parsley is rich in two compounds myristicin and apiol. It stimulates the menstrual process and relieves period pain. Drink parsley tea two times in a day.

Parsley

Parsley

Along with the home, remedies try yoga and light exercises. Drink lots of water. Avoid carbonated drink, fatty foods, coffee and processed foods. In case the menstrual pain is severe do consult your gynaecologist.

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Home Remedies to Get Rid of Morning Sickness https://homehealthbeauty.in/people/women/home-remedies-to-get-rid-of-morning-sickness/ https://homehealthbeauty.in/people/women/home-remedies-to-get-rid-of-morning-sickness/#respond Wed, 10 May 2017 01:47:14 +0000 http://homehealthbeauty.in/?p=5637 More than 80% of pregnant women suffer from nausea and vomiting during the initial stages of pregnancy. Medically this condition is termed ‘Morning Sickness.’ What is Morning Sickness The nauseated feeling and vomit that troubles women during pregnancy is termed as morning sickness. Most of the pregnant women experience it after 6 weeks of pregnancy, […]

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More than 80% of pregnant women suffer from nausea and vomiting during the initial stages of pregnancy. Medically this condition is termed ‘Morning Sickness.’

What is Morning Sickness

The nauseated feeling and vomit that troubles women during pregnancy is termed as morning sickness. Most of the pregnant women experience it after 6 weeks of pregnancy, but it may start as early as after 4 weeks of conception. In most of the cases pregnant women are relieved by morning sickness after the first trimester, but in some cases, it may continue throughout the pregnancy. Although the symptoms of morning sickness are worse in the morning for most of the expecting ladies, but it may strike at any time of the day. The intensity of the symptoms varies from women to women.

Morning Sickness

Morning Sickness

What Causes Morning Sickness

During pregnancy, Human Chorionic Gonadotrophin (HCG) hormone is produced by the placenta in high amounts and is considered the main reason behind morning sickness. Other factors considered responsible for morning sickness are a vitamin deficiency, constipation, stress, anxiety, strong odor, low blood glucose level and certain foods.

Morning Sickness is considered normal, but it leaves an expecting mother exhausted. Also, it may contribute to maternal weight loss. But do not worry as there are effective home remedies to manage morning sickness. Try them out and relieve yourself from nausea and vomiting of pregnancy.

Home Remedies to Manage Morning Sickness

Home Remedies to Get Rid of Morning Sickness

Home Remedies to Get Rid of Morning Sickness

1.Ginger-

Gingerol present in ginger effectively relieves vomiting and nausea. Chew a piece of ginger or have ginger tea. It will also relieve you from flatulence and other gastric troubles that are common during pregnancy. Make sure not to take ginger tea more than 3 times in a day. Better take it only when you need an instant relief from morning sickness.

Ginger Tea

Ginger Tea

2.Peppermint-

Peppermint has calming and soothing effects. Drink peppermint tea or sniff peppermint leaves to relieve your symptoms. To prepare peppermint tea steep a few leaves of peppermint in a cup of boiling water for 15 minutes. Strain the concoction and drink it warm.

3.Lemon-

Not just lemon water, but sniffing lemon is also effective in alleviating morning sickness. The best part is it is rich in ascorbic acid. Squeeze juice of a lemon and add it to a glass of water. Add honey to taste and drink it every day.

Lemon

Lemon

4.Fennel Seeds-

Fennel seeds have anesthetic property. Its aroma has a calming effect. It is totally safe and you can drink fennel tea every day. Crush fennel seeds and steep it in boiling water for 15 minutes. You may add a teaspoon of lemon and a teaspoon of honey to enhance the taste.

Fennel Seeds

Fennel Seeds

5.Bael Fruit-

Have you heard of bael fruit or wood apple. It is a sacred fruit that aids digestion. Also, it prevents constipation, which is a common problem during pregnancy. You may extract its juice and have it daily. You may also add its juice to the cooked rice and have it.

Bael Fruit

Bael Fruit

Besides the above home remedies make sure you are eating healthy. Avoid fatty and spicy foods. Add more fruits, vegetables and whole grains to your diet. Do not have big meals. Better have small meals at small intervals. This will prevent heartburn, constipation and stomach upset. Start your day with munching crackers. Do not start your day with liquid.

If in case you are not relieved by morning sickness, even after 5 months of pregnancy, or you lose more than 2 pounds, you feel dizzy when you stand, develop nausea and vomiting during the last months of pregnancy, vomit blood, have fever, swelling of limbs and face or show signs of dehydration such as increased thirst, passing very less urine and dry mouth immediately meet your gynecologist.

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8 Top Home Remedies to Increase Breast Milk Supply https://homehealthbeauty.in/people/women/mother-baby/8-top-home-remedies-to-increase-breast-milk-supply/ https://homehealthbeauty.in/people/women/mother-baby/8-top-home-remedies-to-increase-breast-milk-supply/#respond Mon, 01 May 2017 16:10:18 +0000 http://homehealthbeauty.in/?p=5565 Being a mother and giving birth is an achievement. Breastfeeding the baby strengthens the emotional bond between mother and the baby. It is advised that for proper growth and development baby should be given only mother’s milk for 6 months after his birth and no new food should be introduced before 6 months. Breast milk […]

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Being a mother and giving birth is an achievement. Breastfeeding the baby strengthens the emotional bond between mother and the baby. It is advised that for proper growth and development baby should be given only mother’s milk for 6 months after his birth and no new food should be introduced before 6 months. Breast milk provides calories, proteins and all the important minerals, vitamins and antioxidants to the newborn. As a mother, you must be worried if you will able to supply a sufficient amount of milk to your baby for 6 months.

8 Top Home Remedies to Increase Breast Milk Supply

8 Top Home Remedies to Increase Breast Milk Supply

How to Know you are Producing Enough Milk

The first indication will be that the breastfeeding will be normal and painless. After feeding your breasts will feel empty and soft. Your child is sound asleep after feeding and he is passing urine. Ideally a baby is fed 6 to 8 times in a day.

What Factors are Responsible for the Decrease in the Breast Milk Production in a New Mother

Usually new mother is able to produce sufficient amount of milk required for his baby. But consuming birth control pills, nutritional deficiencies, poor diet, hormonal changes and certain health issues may cause low production of breast milk.

Do not worry as there are foods that increases breast milk supply. Add these foods to your daily diet.

Foods That Increase the Breast Milk Production

1.Fenugreek

Fenugreek is known to stimulate breast milk production. It contains phytoestrogens that stimulates mammary glands and promotes milk production.

Fenugreek

Fenugreek

Soak a teaspoon of fenugreek seeds in one cup of warm water. Leave it overnight. In the morning, strain it and drink the water.

You may also boil the overnight soaked fenugreek seeds in a cup of water. Strain the concoction and drink it when it cools down to a bearable temperature.

*Note: If you are suffering from diabetes or asthma better avoid this.

2.Spinach

The low level of iron may be a cause of decreased breast milk supply. Thus, take foods that are rich in iron. Spinach is a good source of iron. Also, it contains folic acid, calcium, minerals and other vitamins essential for nursing mothers. Also, spinach promotes body’s detoxification and prevents anemia that is common post pregnancy. Take spinach in cooked form. You may also take the juice of raw spinach.

Spinach

Spinach

3.Milk

Milk is a great source of calcium and enhances the production of breast milk. Drink at least 3-4 glasses of milk every day. You may take dry fruits along with it to promote the breast milk production.

Milk

Milk

4.Drumsticks

Drumsticks are a rich source of nutrients, antioxidants and vitamins. It stimulates mammary glands. It opens the veins that are situated around your breast. This improves the blood circulation and also promotes milk supply. Extract juice of fresh drumsticks. Drink it every day.

Drumsticks

Drumsticks

5.Carrot and Beetroot

Both are rich in beta-carotene, which essential for the production of breast milk. Both the vegetables are rich in minerals, vitamins and other nutrients needed for the breastfeeding mother. Drink fresh juice of carrots and Beetroots.

Carrot and Beetroot

Carrot and Beetroot

6.Oatmeal

Oatmeal is a healthy breakfast for lactating mothers. Eating oatmeal every morning along with milk enhances breast milk production. It is a good source of iron and also provides calories along with keeping the level of cholesterol low.

Oatmeal

Oatmeal

7.Alfalfa

Alfalfa is rich in fibers, vitamin C, vitamin A, and proteins. It is rich in antioxidants. The Fat content is low. If you are suffering from gestational blood pressure which takes more than a month to leave even after the birth of a child alfalfa is the best for you. Add alfalfa to your soups and salads.

Alfalfa

Alfalfa

8.Fennel Seeds

Galactagogue, present in fennel seeds promotes breast milk. It contains phytoestrogens that stimulate the mammary glands and promotes milk production. Steep a tablespoon of fennel seeds in hot water. Strain and drink the concoction. Drink this 2 times in a day.

Fennel Seeds

Fennel Seeds

Besides adding above mentioned foods to increase breast milk supply to your diet, remember a rule more you feed more will be the milk production. Also make sure to take a proper sleep, try meditation and light yoga to keep stress at bay and enjoy motherhood.

Breast feeding is the best bonding time between the mother and the baby. Happy breast feeding.

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Irregular Periods: Causes, Management and Home Remedies https://homehealthbeauty.in/people/women/irregular-periods-causes-management-and-home-remedies/ https://homehealthbeauty.in/people/women/irregular-periods-causes-management-and-home-remedies/#respond Sat, 29 Apr 2017 01:41:56 +0000 http://homehealthbeauty.in/?p=5555 Suffering from irregular periods? Do not worry as taking the proper medication can cure your condition. You just need to get aware of the causes of irregular menstruation and then you treat them. What is Irregular Menstrual Cycle Ideally, the menstrual cycle is 28 days. Plus or minus of seven days is considered normal. If […]

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Suffering from irregular periods? Do not worry as taking the proper medication can cure your condition. You just need to get aware of the causes of irregular menstruation and then you treat them.

What is Irregular Menstrual Cycle

Ideally, the menstrual cycle is 28 days. Plus or minus of seven days is considered normal. If bleeding happens in between or if the bleeding cycle lasts for a long time it is irregular bleeding. Also, if your periods are missing or delayed it is irregular. In short, if menstrual bleeding is missed, or delayed or early It is termed as irregular periods.

Irregular Periods: Causes, Management and Home Remedies

Irregular Periods: Causes, Management and Home Remedies

You are considered to be suffering from the irregular menstrual cycle, go for a test. If 3 of your consecutive menstrual cycle is either delayed or happens in between the two expected cycles.

What Causes of the Irregular Menstrual Cycle

The most common cause of missing periods in women of reproductive age who is sexually active and have practiced unsafe sex may be conception.

Irregular Menstrual Cycle

Irregular Menstrual Cycle

But causes that may cause irregular periods are an intake of contraceptive pills, menopause, poor Diet. over-exercising, overweight, PCOS, excessive drinking and smoking, stress and thyroid disorder.

Let us Learn about These Causes in Details:

1.Improper Diet-

A healthy diet means a happy life. Proper diet is essential for women to maintain regular periods. Foods provide us with nutrients and antioxidants. Food affects the adrenal glands as well as thyroid glands. If hormone production by these glands is disturbed periods become irregular.

Improper Diet

Improper Diet

2.PCOS-

About 80 percent of females of reproductive age suffers from PCOS. This condition is characterized by increased levels of male hormones, unwanted hair growth and obesity. It causes irregular periods and inability to conceive. Reports show high levels of insulin in such females. Many females suffering from PCOS come to know about it when they are trying to conceive, but fails and then meet their doctor. The cause of PCOS is not known, but improper diet. Lack of exercise, junk and processed foods, stress, disturbed sleep cycle may be a cause. By proper diet this condition can be treated.

3.Exercise-

Exercise is linked to improper periods. Both lack of exercise and too much rigorous exercise can lead to irregular periods. The menstrual cycle of women depends on the body fat and hormonal balance. On losing weight suddenly hormonal balance is lost. Same happens with weight gain.

4.Alcohol-

Moderate to too much alcohol affects the menstrual cycle. The alcohol toxins damage our tissues and cause hormonal imbalance. In fact, it has been found that alcohol may cause an increase in testosterone and estrogen hormones. This not only causes irregular periods, but also causes infertility.

Too Much Alcohol

Too Much Alcohol

5.Smoking-

smoking affects the level of the sex hormones. It acts as a metabolic stressor. Also, there is a long list of health hazards caused due to smoking. So better quit smoking.

6.Stress-

Extreme stress stops estrogen and other reproductive hormone production. This happens because our brain gets busy in utilizing its energy to manage stress.

Management of Irregular Periods

To treat irregular periods pay attention to diet. Avoid processed food, fatty foods, refined sugar. Eat whole grains
Better try yoga, meditation and breathing exercises to relax. Drink lots of water and exercise for 45 minutes for 5 days in a week. 

Home Remedies to Regularize Periods

1.Turmeric-

Its warm and can regularize periods by improving the hormonal balance. Add one-fourth teaspoon of turmeric to your milk or in water and drink it before going to sleep. Repeat this every day.

Turmeric Remedy

Turmeric Remedy

2.Ginger-

Ginger is known to regulate the periods by promoting the menstrual flow. It also relives from the discomfort and unbearable pain. Add a half teaspoon honey to a teaspoon crushed and strained ginger juice. Have this daily after each meal for a month.

3.Fennel Seeds-

Fennel seed promotes menstruation. It has antispasmodic properties. Soak two tablespoons of fennel seeds in a glass of water and leave it over night. In the morning strain the solution and have it.

Fennel seed promotes menstruation

Fennel seed promotes menstruation

4.Unripe papaya-

Unripe papaya is known to contract the muscles and induce the periods. Drink juice of run ripe papaya or eats it. Try this for a month.

5.Apple Cider Vinegar-

Apple cider vinegar is known to reduce the level of insulin and blood sugar. This way it maintains the hormonal balance. Add a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar to a cup of water and have it daily for a month.

Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple Cider Vinegar

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Home Remedies to Relieve Stomach Ache

Stomach ache or abdominal pain is not a disease, but a symptom of some underlying disease. Few causes of stomach ache are as follows:

  1. Mild menstruation.
  2. Stomach flu.
  3. Indigestion.
  4. Constipation.
  5. Pelvic inflammatory disease.
  6. Ulcers.
  7. Lactose intolerance.
  8. Irritable bowel syndrome.
  9. Food allergies.
  10. Gastritis.
  11.  A hernia.
  12. Gall stone.
  13. Urinary tract infection.
  14. Appendicitis.
  15. Worms.
  16. Gastro-esophageal reflux.
  17. Crohn’s disease.
  18. Food poisoning

Everybody experience stomach ache with varying related symptoms such as diarrhea, nausea, vomiting at some point in their life. It is more common in children, elderly and menstruating women.

10 Home Remedies to Relieve Stomach Ache

10 Home Remedies to Relieve Stomach Ache

Mild and uncomplicated stomach ache usually caused due to bloating of stomach, indigestion, constipation, gas, mild menstruation and similar conditions can be relieved at home with simple home remedies.

Home Remedies to Relieve Stomach Ache:

1. Asafoetida- Take 2 pinches of asafoetida and add it to 1 teaspoon of ghee. Heat it for few seconds. Cool this mixture and apply over your navel. Now massage gently for a few seconds in a circular motion.

You may also add 1 teaspoon of asafetida to 1 cup of warm water. Now soak cheese cloth in it, strain it and place over the stomach to ease discomfort and pain.

Drinking warm water containing a pinch of asafoetida 3 times a day is also effective as it is anti-spasmodic, antiflatulent and anti-inflammatory thus relieves stomach ache caused by indigestion.

relieve stomach ache

relieve stomach ache

2.Chamomile tea- Take few chamomile leaves or chamomile tea bags and put them a cup of boiling water. Keep it for 20 minutes to steep and then strain it and sip this tea slowly. Chamomile is anti-inflammatory and relaxes the muscles of the digestive tract, thus relieves stomach ache.

3.Bishops seed – It is considered to relieve stomach ache, indigestion and anorexia immediately because of its mild alcoholic property.
Take a teaspoon bishops seed and add a pinch of salt to it and eat it followed by sipping a cup of warm water.

4.Ginger- It contains gingerol, that fight against the free radicals. Ginger is anti-inflammatory and aids digestion by neutralizing stomach juices.
Take a few slices of ginger, add it to a cup of water and heat it. After a few minutes, remove it from heat. Now strain it, add half teaspoon honey and sip it slowly to relieve stomach ache. You may also take ginger to ease nausea.

Ginger Remedies to Relieve Stomach Ache

Ginger Remedies to Relieve Stomach Ache

5.Peppermint- Peppermint calms the muscles of the stomach, improves bile flow and improves the digestion.

Take a teaspoon dried peppermint leaves and add it to one cup of boiling water to steep it. After 10 minutes, strain it, add a half teaspoon honey and sip it slowly. Alternately chew some peppermint leaves to relieve stomach ache.

Peppermint Remedies to Relieve Stomach Ache

Peppermint Remedies to Relieve Stomach Ache

6.Warm water and lemon- Lemon is highly acidic and triggers the stimulation of hydrochloric acid. Hydrochloric acid released in stomach breaks the food we eat and helps in digestion.

Take a glass of warm water and squeeze a lemon in it. Now drink it to ease indigestion, flush out the toxins from the body and relieve stomach ache.

7. Fennel seeds- Chew fennel seeds after meals to enhance digestion.
Anethole present in fennel seeds triggers the digestive juice secretion and improves their flow. On the other hand owing to its inflammatory properties fennel seeds relieves stomach ache and discomforts.

Fennel Seeds Remedies to Relieve Stomach Ache

Fennel Seeds Remedies to Relieve Stomach Ache

8.Hot Pack- Place hot pack or hot water bottle on your stomach to relax the stomach muscles and relieve stomach ache. Remember hot pack should be very warm, but comfortable. It is better to lie down before you place a hot pack over your stomach.

9.Apple cider vinegar- Owing to its antibiotic properties Apple cider vinegar not only helps to soothe the stomach but also improves digestion.
Take a tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1 cup water, and a tablespoon honey. Mix them well and drink it to relieve stomach ache.

10.Yogurt- Yogurt contains probiotics. They are good bacterias that promote digestion. Remember not to add sugar to the yogurt. You may add coriander leaves or cardamom powder to yogurt to relieve stomach ache.

Yogurt Remedies to Relieve Stomach Ache

Yogurt Remedies to Relieve Stomach Ache

So next time if you have a mild stomach ache, try above mentioned natural and simple home remedies. Usually, causes of stomach ache are not very serious and is treated. But In the case of persistent and recurring severe sharp pain or if stomach ache accompanies vomiting, diarrhea, fever and other related symptoms it is better to see a doctor.

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