Turmeric may be as good for treating indigestion as medicine, a study suggests.

A natural compound found in the culinary spice may be as effective as omeprazole, a drug used to reduce excess stomach acid and treat indigestion, according to the first study of its kind. The findings were published in the journal BMJ Evidence-Based Medicine.

Turmeric contains a naturally active compound called curcumin, thought to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. It has long been used as a medicinal remedy, including for the treatment of indigestion, in south-east Asia.

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    1 year ago

    I got Gastroesophageal reflux disease that led to my throat being constantly irritated. I took tons of gaviscon and omeprazole.

    At some point I discovered that I could ease the pain with a mix of baking soda and water. I experimented a bit to find the correct amount but now I keep a 1l bottle of water with a single teaspoon of baking soda. I drink a little sip every time I feel pain since a few months and the pain dramatically dimmed over time. I can spend days without needing to drink my “medicine”.

    It tastes like shit, but it works.

    Never touched gaviscon or omeprazole again. Keep in mind that the effect is not a long-lasting one, as the body will bring the stomach PH down to its normal. But the wounded throat will heal itself over time and the pain will slowly disappear.

    I hope it helps. Gastroesophageal reflux really is awfully painful.

    PS: I love whisky, but it is known to have terrible effects on people like us. I drink my mix before bed as a preventive measure every time I touch that bottle.

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      1 year ago

      Yep, almost instant relief from heartburn. I try to use it sparingly because I’m not sure how much we really want to be messing with our gut pH, but when you need it, baking soda is great.

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      1 year ago

      I mean, that’s pretty close to just taking tums or rolaids but probably a bit faster acting.