17 Unexpected Home Remedies For Acid Reflux Relief

Updated: 7/24/2019

Acid reflux or gastroesophageal reflux is a health problem where stomach contents and acids back flow into the esophagus. It may lead to heartburn, bad breath, chest pain, nausea ^[1], burning sensation, vomiting, uncomfortable feelings in your stomach, difficulty swallowing, and indigestion. Many people find that altering their diet and including certain home remedies as listed below can much improve their symptoms. However, always check with your doctor as this can be a serious medical condition if left untreated. In this article, Effective Remedies will show you the top 17 best natural home remedies for acid reflux relief. Keep reading this writing to understand more!

17 Unexpected Home Remedies for Acid Reflux Relief

1. Banana

Banana is high in fiber and may improve your digestive system and reduce the production of acid in your stomach. Pectin – a soluble fiber found in bananas – may help stomach contents to move through the digestive tract smoothly ^[5]. Thereby, it wards off indigestion and help you fight against heartburn effectively.

• You should eat the banana before or after having meal to ease acid reflux
• Or you may have a banana for your breakfast every morning
• Additionally, you can cut a ripe banana into pieces and consume them with yogurt, smoothies, or salads
• Also, you can consume banana in many different ways such as eating low-fat banana bread, banana sandwich with cinnamon, banana muffins, fruit bowl (except citrus fruits), banana cake, etc. 
• You should internally get more bananas to get rid of acid reflux quickly.

Remedy 1: Banana with Cinnamon

This process is suitable for people who do not enjoy eating plain banana fruit. 

You will need:

• 1 banana
• A pinch of cinnamon powder

Process:

• You firstly peel the banana, and cut it into slices and mix it with a little sugar and a pinch of cinnamon powder
• Eat these banana pieces to have better digestion
• Keep consuming this eating daily to treat acid reflux

Remedy 2: Banana and oatmeal

Oatmeal is a grain which may help absorb your stomach acid ^[6] and reduce acid reflux and heartburn symptoms. The soothing stomach benefits of banana as previously mentioned, in combination with oatmeal is an excellent natural remedy for acid reflux.

You will need:

• 1 or 2 bananas
• 1 cup of cooked oatmeal

Process:

• Firstly, peel bananas and cut them into small slices
• Sprinkle cooked oatmeal and consume.
• Repeat this process every morning to reduce acid reflux, constipation, and heartburn.

Remedy 3: Banana, avocado, honey, and almond milk

If you prefer to have a smoothie with the combination of various ingredients, you can try this method.

You will need:

• 3 or 4 bananas
• ½ piece of skin removed avocado
• ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon
• 1 ½ cups of almond milk
• 1 tablespoon of honey
• 1 tablespoon of chia seeds
• ½ teaspoon of vanilla paste
• 1 tablespoon of bee pollen
• Some ice cubes

Process:

• Firstly, pour all of these ingredients into a blender
• Then, blend it at high speed for 2 – 3 minutes or till they are mixed thoroughly
• Now, you consume this smoothie
• You should repeat this process at least twice per week to ease the acid reflux problem.

Remedy 4: Banana and strawberry

You will need:

• 1 banana
• 1 cup of strawberries
• ½ cup of mango juice
• ¼ cup of nonfat yogurt

Process:

• First, cut the banana into small slices
• Then, put all ingredients in a blender and grind at high speed for a few minutes
• You can add some ice cubes
• Keep consuming this smoothie regularly to get relief from heartburn and acid reflux quickly.

Remedy 5: Banana and almond milk

Many people find having a glass of almond milk helps soothe an acidic stomach. You can choose almond or cashew or rice milk if you have a nut allergy that may help reduce the acid secretion in your stomach and thereby easing acid reflux. The combination of banana and milk will help you a great deal in treating acid reflux and heartburn.

• First, you take 1 – 2 bananas, peel, and cut them into pieces 
• Put these banana pieces in a blender
• Next, you add enough almond milk
• Now, grind it at high speed for a few minutes until it forms a mixed liquid. You can add a little honey.

You should consume this daily, particularly after you have heavy meals to ease your acid reflux condition.

2. Yogurt

Yogurt contains probiotics – a form of good bacteria found in your digestive tract helping improve your immune system. It helps to keep your digestive system healthy and function properly. Yogurt is also rich in protein, which plays a vital role in digesting food ^[5].

Remedy 1: Yogurt consumption

• Consume 1 cup of plain yogurt
• Keep eating plain yogurt at least 1 or 2 times a day to get complete relief from the acid reflux and heartburn.

Remedy 2: Yogurt and fruit smoothie

Yogurt combining with fruits is a straightforward, effective, and quick way to get all of the essential nutrients from yogurt and fruits for a sound digestive system. 

You will need:

• ½ cup of yogurt
• 1 banana
• ½ cup of strawberries
• ¼ cup of mango
• 1 peach
• 1 – 2 teaspoons of honey
• 1 – 2 teaspoons of non-dairy milk

Process:

• Firstly, you remove the outer skin of banana, mango, pineapple, and then cut them into pieces
• Next, you put yogurt and all these fruits in a blender and blend it well
• Then you add white sugar or honey to this smoothie and stir well
• Drink this smoothie to alleviate acid reflux symptoms
• You can add some ice cubes to this smoothie to have chilled feeling
• You should drink this smoothie regularly to prevent acid reflux & other intestinal issues.

Remedy 3: Yogurt and flaxseed

Flaxseed is rich in fiber ^[9] that may help your body digest foods easily. It also helps neutralize the acid level in your stomach. Thereby, this combination is one of the most beneficial solutions for the acid reflux and heartburn.

You will need:

• 1 cup of yogurt
• 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed

Process:

• First, combine yogurt with ground flaxseed
• Stir it gently and consume to soothe your stomach
• Apply this remedy regularly to get rid of acid reflux and heartburn as soon as possible

Remedy 4: Yogurt and honey

• First, you add 1 teaspoon of honey to 1 cup of low-fat and plain yogurt
• You mix them well and then consume whenever you get an acid reflux attack
• You should apply this process regularly until you eliminate acid reflux discomforts completely

Remedy 5: Yogurt, pistachios, strawberries, and honey

You will need:

• 1 large container of yogurt
• 1 pound of fresh strawberries
• 2 – 3 teaspoons of honey
• ¼ cup of unsalted roasted pistachios

Process:

• First, you cut strawberries and pistachios into small pieces
• Then, mix strawberry pieces with yogurt gently
• Spray honey and pistachios pieces over this yogurt mixture and enjoy
• You should repeat this process once or twice a week suffer from acid reflux quickly.

3. Ginger

Ginger contains antioxidants ^[10] and phenolic compounds ^[11] that provide many health benefits. The phenolic compounds in ginger are found to reduce gastrointestinal irritation and relieve gastric contractions. This means that using ginger helps MAY reduce the risk of acid flowing from the stomach back into the esophagus. Moreover, ginger may reduce inflammation. According to a 2011 study in the Journal of Cancer Prevention Research (Philadelphia, Pa.), participants consuming ginger supplements reduce inflammation markers within 1 month ^[12]. These anti-inflammatory effects are the particular interest of researchers, especially when talking about acid reflux because constant reflux in your esophagus can cause esophageal inflammation over time.

Therefore, ginger is one of the best and quick home remedies for acid reflux that you should try. Besides, ginger may reduce nausea, relieve swelling, and prevent muscle pain. Follow this remedy to treat acid reflux more effectively

Remedy 1: Ginger only

Start small with ginger as it is a very potent spice – see how you tolerate and adjust your intake from there.

• At first, you remove the skin of fresh ginger root
• Then you use a grater to grate it finely
• You consume a teaspoon of freshly grated ginger
• Keep doing this process regularly to get relief from the acid reflux.

Remedy 2: Ginger and yogurt

Ginger has anti-inflammatory properties and enzymes that may help improve digestion and heal the inflammation and irritation in your esophagus. Yogurt, when combined with ginger, will help your body absorb required nutrients and proteins from foods.

• At first, you wash ginger thoroughly
• Then, remove the outer skin of it and grate or cut it into small pieces
• Next, you combine these ginger pieces with a cup of yogurt
• You consume this mixture regularly to obtain a healthy digestive system

Remedy 3: Ginger candies

Ginger contains phenols ^[13] that may help relax the muscles of your stomach and thereby reducing the overloaded activity and relieving acid reflux quickly.

You will need:

• Ginger root
• Cinnamon
• Honey
• Pan
• ½ teaspoon of non-dairy butter

Process:

• Firstly, wash the ginger root and remove its outer skin
• Then cut this ginger into small pieces
• Add a little honey, ginger, butter, and cinnamon power to the pan, put it on the flame, and turn on medium heat
• You wait a few minutes and turn off the heat
• Next, place it in the oven to make it crystallized
• You take it out from the oven and let it cool down for a few minutes, or you may put these cooked ginger slices on the cookie sheet
• Finally, you consume these ginger candies to get rid of acid reflux.
• To get effective results, you should eat ginger candies daily before meals.

4. Oatmeal

Oatmeal is known as one of the best home remedies for acid reflux. It is a non-fat food that will is likely to soothe the digestive tract – including GERD symptoms. It contains nutrients, such as dietary fiber, that ^[14] that are essential for optimal digestion ^[15].

Remedy 1: Oatmeal and milk or water

You will need:

• ¼ cup of oatmeal (vitamin-rich and unsweetened)
• 1 cup of low-fat milk or water
• Pan
• Raisins, melon or ginger slices

Process:

• Put oatmeal in a pan and place on the stove
• Next, you pour low-fat milk or water into the pan
• Now, you cook it thoroughly for a few minutes
• You turn off the fire and add some raisins, melon or ginger slices
• Use this oatmeal as your breakfast daily to get relief from acid reflux and its symptoms
• Do not eat too much oatmeal. ¼ cup is enough for a single serving. 

Remedy 2: Oatmeal, walnut, milk, and vanilla

You will need:

• 1 cup of oatmeal
• 4 cups of water
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• ¼ – ½ cup of walnuts
• Milk
• Container
• Measuring cup
• Vessel

Process:

• First of all, you place a vessel on the heat or stove
• Then you pour water and oatmeal into it and stir them well
• Cook for about 2 – 5 minutes
• Then you turn off the heat and pour this oatmeal mixture into an airtight container
• Now, you add walnuts and vanilla extract to this cooked oatmeal and mix them well
• Keep this container in the refrigerator overnight
• In the next morning, you put some teaspoons of this oatmeal mixture in a bowl and add a little milk, some blueberries, and raspberries
• Stir it well and consume this mixture
• You should consume it regularly to get relief from acid reflux and have a well neutralized digestive system.

Remedy 3: Oatmeal, banana, and eggs

You will need:

• 1 cup of instant rolled oatmeal
• 3 ripe bananas
• 2 eggs
• 2 cups of flour
• ¼ teaspoon of salt
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon of baking powder
• ¼ cup of sesame seeds
• ½ cup of brown sugar
• 1 ounce of dark raisins
• Water

Process:

• Firstly, you blend 3 bananas until it becomes smooth
• Secondly, you place sesame seeds in a pan and put it on the stove, and then you toss them till it turns golden brown
• Put raisins in water that is put on the stove and simmer it for 10 – 15 minutes. This is further used to sprinkle on these cookies
• Now, you add bananas, eggs, vanilla, sugar, sesame seeds, and salt in a bowl and mix them well
• Then, you mix all dry ingredients such as flour, baking powder, and rolled oatmeal in another bowl
• You add the dry mixture to the banana on and mix well
• You spray a non–stick coating on a cookie sheet
• Now, you put a teaspoon of this cookie mixture on the cookie sheet and keep at a distance of 2 inches 
• Remember to place raisins on the top of each cookie
• Then you put this cookie sheet in the oven and heat it at a temperature of approximately 350 ̊F for about 10-15 minutes or until these cookies transfer into the light golden color
• Finally, you take them out from the oven, put on a plate, and let it cool down
• You consume these cookies after having dinner as desserts to ease the acid level in your body
• Devour these low-fat cookies every day until you get rid of heartburn and acid reflux completely.

Remedy 4: Toasted oatmeal

This is another healthy oatmeal recipe that is exceptionally safe for you. It is even safe for people who are sensitive to gluten. You can follow the directions below:

You will need:

• ½ cup of oatmeal
• ½ cup of water
• ½ cup of nondairy milk
• Salt
• 1 ½ teaspoons of light brown sugar
• Stainless steel skillet

Process:

• First, you put a medium sized skillet on the stove at a medium–high heat level
• Then you pour oatmeal into the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stir it frequently
• When the oatmeal transfers into the golden brown color and has a smell as cooked popcorn, you take this skillet out and pour water on it
• Continue to cook until the water boils up
• Next, you put the skillet at low-medium heat level, add salt, milk, and sugar
• Cook for 5 – 7 more minutes, do not forget to swirl frequently
• Now, you add butter by spreading lightly and stirring well till it melts properly
• You let it cool down and consume it for your breakfast to heal acid reflux
• You should eat toasted oatmeal daily.

After reading the article of the top 17 natural home remedies for acid reflux relief, hope you find out the best solution to overcome your condition quickly and effectively. If you want to know more about natural treatments for other diseases and conditions, go to our main Home Remedies page. 

The content in this article is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician before starting a diet, exercise, or supplement regimen. This article is intended for educational purposes only.