Lemon Juice Actually Heals Acid Reflux? Or Making It Worst?

Acid reflux occurs in a situation that when the esophageal sphincter which is in between the esophagus and stomach, if doesn't function normally then the acid from the stomach will move back up into the esophagus. This causes burning sensation and pain in the chest which further leads to nausea, vomiting, etc

Acid Reflux

The pH of the lemons is very low which makes them as most acidic fruit. The limes are high in acid whose pH lies in between 1.8 to 2 and coming to lemon, its pH ranges between 2.2 to 2.4. So from this, we came to know that intake of lemon or lime will trigger heartburn and acid reflux. But when you mix this lemon or lime with water then it exhibit the alkaline property which helps to neutralize the acid level in the stomach and thus cures the acid reflux completely. So remember that lemons are not alkaline but they acts as alkalizing agents when they enter into the body.

Lemons are generally high in citric acid, so consuming them in large quantities or undiluted will trigger heartburn but lemons have a special property of leaving alkaline nature which further helps to cure acid reflux. If you’re suffering from acid reflux which is not triggered by lemons, then try to drink a glass of water by squeezing lemon in it to see whether it relieves the burning sensation or not. Remember that a small amount of lemon juice in single wedge diluted will provide the lemon’s alkaline benefits while limiting the citric acid’s amount which you consume.

Lemon mixed with water will provide all the essential nutrients like vitamin C, potassium and fiber to body which are required for its daily operations. But remember that this lemonade if taken too much then it might cause some side effects or worse the heartburn condition, if you’re experiencing it. So consult the doctor before the intake of this lemon water for treating acid reflux.

Lemon juice heals acid reflux?

How Lemon Juice actually heals Acid Reflux?

Lemon is very effective in treating acid reflux. With its natural citric acid, it creates calcium carbonate which helps to neutralize the digestive acids. It will turn alkaline in the body and thus relieves pain and inflammation caused on the chest and esophageal tube. This also helps to balance the body pH levels by reducing the acidic levels in it. Below is the other health benefits of lemon juice:

• It has an excellent source of potassium which helps to prevent or solve the acid reflux completely from the body. So it neutralizes the stomach acid effectively.
• It has very low sugar content and high in alkaline mineral, this exhibits alkalizing effect on the body that far exceeds its citric acid content.
• It has rich source of vitamin C, A, pectin fiber and anti – inflammatory properties that help to cure the acid reflux and also the pain and other symptoms caused by it. These all are essential for proper digestion of the food.
• It also contain anti – bacterial property that helps to eliminate any other things which can cause this acid reflux and leads to digestive problems.
• They acts as great cleansing agents which help to clear the impurities and other things which disrupt the functioning of the kidneys and the intestinal organs as both of these are either directly or indirectly related to this acid reflux.
• It regularizes the hydrochloric acid production in the stomach which in turn helps to produce sufficient amount of bile in the liver for both digestion and assimilation of nutrients. So have this lemon water to clear all these digestive problems including acid reflux.

Recipes

Here are few methods that explain you on how to use this lemon either in water or juice form to neutralize the acid level in the stomach and also to prevent acid reflux.

Fresh Lemon Juice

Fresh Lemon Juice

This helps to balance the acid levels naturally by acting as a great digestive aid. 

Ingredients:

• Lemon – 1
• Warm water – 1 glass
• Honey (optional) – 1/2 to 1 teaspoon

Process:

1. Take a fresh lemon and squeeze it to extract its juice.
2. Add in warm water and stir it well.
3. You can add some honey to it and mix it well.
4. Drink this lemon water in the morning with an empty stomach of about 15 – 20 minutes before eating anything to get relief from the acid reflux.
5. Daily intake of this lemon water in the morning with empty stomach will definitely help you to get cure from this acid reflux or heartburn.

Ginger Lemon Juice

Ginger also contains some digestive juices which removes excessive gas and help for better digestion.

Add some ginger

Ingredients:

• Lemon juice – 1 teaspoon
• Ginger – 1 inch piece

Process:

1. Take ginger piece and crush them finely to extract its juice.
2. Pour this crushed ginger juice in a small bowl.
3. Then add lemon juice to it and stir it well.
4. Drink this mixture to treat acid reflux.
5. Regular intake of this lemon – ginger juice will help you to get complete relief from the acid reflux or heartburn.

Make a Lemonade

Ingredients:

• Lemons – 3
• Water – 5 cups
• Sugar – 1/4 to 1 cup
• Ice cubes

Process:

1. Cut the lemons into half
2. Squeeze it to extract its juice thoroughly and pour this freshly taken lemon juice in a container.
3. Add in water and stir it well.
4. Add sugar as per your requirements and mix them properly.
5. Now place this container in refrigerator for about 10 – 15 minutes.
6. Take it out from the refrigerator and mix it once again before drinking.
7. Pour this lemon juice in a glass which has ice cubes in it.
8. Enjoy this lemonade to beat the acid reflux and acidity in the body and to get well refreshed.

Make yourself a cup of lemonade

Honey lemon with Ginger

Ingredients:

• Lemon juice – 1/2 teaspoon
• Ginger – 1 inch piece
• Honey – 1/4 teaspoon
• Water – 12 ounces
• Saucepan
• Strainer
• Peeler

Process:

1. First of all, take a saucepan and pour water in it.
2. Place this on heat or stove over medium high flame.
3. Then take ginger and peel it off the skin and cut it into thin slices.
4. Add these ginger pieces into the boiling water.
5. Now turn the heat down and allow it to simmer for about 8 – 10 minutes.
6. Put off the flame and strain this water to discard ginger pieces.
7. Let the ginger water to get cool down for few minutes.
8. Now add lemon juice and honey to it.
9. Stir it well and drink this lemon – ginger solution to get relief from acid reflux.
10. Regular intake of this mixture at any point of time in a day will help to relieve the acid reflux along with its symptoms which you’re experiencing them.

Honey Lemon and Ginger 

Lemons Really Good for Acid Reflux?

This is a controversy question from many years why because some people believe that it is good for acid reflux and some disagree with this. Lemon is a natural sour and contains citric acid of about 1.44 grams per ounce in lemon juice. So not only lemons but also other citrus fruits are triggers of acid reflux. Remember that lemon may not be the sole or individual contributor to either heartburn or acid reflux, especially in the case if you consume this in small or limited quantities. So, determine whether the food which you take might trigger the digestive reaction or not. However the acid reflux and its symptoms that are attributable to the consumption of citrus fruits may vary from one person to another. So don’t get to a conclusion about lemon cause acid reflux, it depends.

Precaution:

• Drinking too much of this lemon juice may trigger the heartburn and acid reflux that finally makes the situation too worse. So avoid the intake of more of this lemon in your daily diet, especially if you’re already facing this problem, as it leads to irritation and pain in the esophagus.
• Never ever use bottled lemon juice, it’s always better to use freshly squeezed lemon juice for treating this acid reflux.
• Cut down the acidic foods and drinks from the daily diet to get relief from the acid reflux.
• Avoid the intake of these citrus fruits including lemon or limes on an empty stomach without diluting it. 

Remember that everyone’s body is different and reacts differently when they take lemon juice as some people suffer with more of acidic nature in the stomach and some has more of alkaline nature and some people has balanced pH levels of the stomach and body. So follow this process for a week and you will came to know that whether it is suitable for your body or not and then you can continue or discontinue the intake of lemon juice.

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