Simple Tips to Reduce Stomach Acid

Stomach acid is very important for digestion but it should not become very high, says a food expert. Avoiding spicy food is the best way to keep it under control.

According to Geeta Sidhu-Robb, raw food pioneer and creator of the Nosh Detox - a diet that helps in removing toxins from the body, one should avoid spicy food that causes such a problem.

She also shares other tips to reduce stomach acid, reports femalefirst.co.uk.

- Eat smaller and lighter meals regularly.

- Avoid eating late in the night, also sleep with your head in a raised position.

- Avoid peppermint tea.

- Losing weight provides a long term solution to stomach acid.

- Medications like aspirin and Ibuprofen make it worse.

Comments - Avoid smoking as this makes the occurrence of acid reflux more likely.