Antacids

Indigestion is a common problem that can be treated with over-the-counter antacids, which are designed to counteract the acid in your stomach. They are available in liquid or chewable tablets and can be bought from pharmacies and shops without a prescription.

Dietary changes may also help with indigestion supplement , especially by avoiding foods that are high in fat, fatty acids and acid or that cause reflux. Alcohol, coffee, carbonated drinks, chocolate, citrus fruits and spicy foods can all trigger heartburn symptoms.

Functional dyspepsia is a type of indigestion that does not involve a stomach ulcer but can be triggered by inflammation in the small intestine, sensitivity to gastric acid or gastroparesis (an inability to pass food properly through the gastrointestinal tract). Patients with recurring indigestion may find that reducing stress and using relaxation techniques, meditation or counseling can help relieve their symptoms.

Natural Supplements for Indigestion: Relieving Symptoms and Improving Digestive Health

Digestive enzymes, probiotics and herbs are also often recommended to treat indigestion and heartburn. Plant-derived digestive enzymes are especially helpful for carbohydrate digestion, while those that contain lipase or protease help digest fats and protein.

Herbal extracts, such as slippery elm (Ulmus rubra) and deglycyrrhizinated licorice (DGL), are able to coat the esophagus and stomach and reduce heartburn-related pain. These herbal supplements, which come in tablet and tincture form, are available at health stores or online.

Betaine hydrochloride, a dietary supplement that can replace the stomach’s ability to produce acid, has also been shown to help with indigestion and heartburn. The recommended adult dosage for this supplement is one or two 500 mg capsules with meals up to three times a day.