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Did you have a big dinner? Here’s how to relieve that stomach heaviness

By Kiwilimón - 2018-10-08T17:11:47.327284Z
Although we all know that dinner should be the lightest meal of the day, sometimes it's impossible to resist a good pozole or some delicious tacos al pastor. If you just couldn’t hold back your craving and now indigestion is keeping you awake, discover some home remedies to relieve stomach heaviness. Take a teaspoon of baking soda Baking soda is great for relieving acidity and stomach indigestion. Dissolve a tablespoon of baking soda in a glass of water and drink it one or two hours after eating. Mix apple cider vinegar with honey The magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, and calcium present in vinegar help improve digestion. Additionally, being an acidic food, vinegar helps break down fats, making it ideal to consume after very fatty dinners. Eat ginger The antioxidants in ginger are good for alleviating the symptoms of indigestion and also relieve nausea. Furthermore, the phenolic compounds in ginger reduce contractions and gastrointestinal irritation. Chew fennel If you feel your stomach is bloated, chew a little fennel. It helps your body release gas, making your belly deflate. Drink a tea Warm drinks can also ease the discomfort of indigestion. Chamomile tea has antispasmodic and digestive properties, while peppermint tea is soothing and digestive. Drink them to reduce stomach heaviness after dinner. Pair your dinners with a light and digestive drink. Prepare any of these recipes to avoid stomach heaviness after eating: Herbal tea, ginger, and lemon Peppermint tea Lemon tea with lemongrass Orange and cinnamon tea Sources: Medlineplus.gov Food.ndtv.com Home-remedies-for-you.com Sportadictos.com