Have you ever had acidity? Often, we think of it as limited to stomach pain, heartburn, or sour burps, but do you know that there is also a strange symptom that can indicate acidity?

Yes, if you are not able to drink one or two glasses of hot water, then it can be a sign of increased acidity in your body. Through an Instagram reel, dietitian Rita Jain has recently shed light on this unique symptom. Let's understand how it works.

The connection between hot water and acidity
Generally, drinking hot water dilutes the acid present in the stomach and relieves the symptoms of acidity. It helps to soothe the acid. This is why many people recommend drinking hot water in case of acidity.

This is why it has the opposite effect.
Dieticians say that when the amount of acid in your stomach becomes very high and you are not physically active (ie, not moving much), then drinking hot water can worsen the situation. In such a case, hot water can push the acid back into the food pipe. This can make you feel nauseous immediately, as if you are about to vomit.

Why does this happen?
When the acid builds up too much and you are inactive, the pressure in the stomach can increase. In such a case, hot water, which usually dilutes the acid, puts more pressure on the stomach and pushes the acid upwards. This situation creates discomfort and causes nausea.

What to do?
If you try to drink a glass or two of hot water and feel nauseous, especially when you are also experiencing other symptoms of acidity, do not take it lightly. Yes, because it can be a clear sign of increased acidity in your body.

If you feel like this, first of all, pay attention to your eating and drinking habits. Spicy, oily foods, caffeine, and too many citrus fruits can increase acidity. Eat food at small intervals and avoid eating just before sleeping.

When to seek expert advice?
If this symptom occurs frequently or other symptoms of acidity bother you a lot, it is very important to consult a dietician or doctor. They can suggest necessary changes in your lifestyle and diet and can give you better advice after making a correct diagnosis.

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