Natural and Effective Treatment for Stomach Heartburn

 

Natural and Effective Treatment for Stomach Heartburn

Peace be upon you and God’s mercy and blessings.

Nowadays, people seem to be divided into three groups:
Some follow blindly without thinking,
Others believe they possess knowledge greater than that of doctors and claim to understand everything,
And sadly, some even reach the point of despair that leads them to harm themselves.

One of the strange things is that most patients who attend lectures say they take stomach medications daily — specifically proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) such as Omeprazole, Esomeprazole, and similar drugs.
Many of them have been using these medicines continuously for months or even years.

People must understand that these drugs are not meant for long-term, unlimited use. They are prescribed by doctors for limited periods only and should not be taken continually without medical supervision.

The main danger of proton pump inhibitors is that they directly block the proton pump in the stomach wall, stopping the secretion of gastric acid.
This acid was created by God for an important purpose—it plays a vital role in digestion, killing harmful bacteria, and helping the body absorb many vitamins and minerals.

When a person takes these acid-suppressing medications, stomach acidity is reduced, and the person feels temporary relief as the burning sensation in the stomach and esophagus disappears.
However, this relief is only superficial, because serious problems may develop later, including:

• Poor digestion of food

• Reduced absorption of essential vitamins and minerals

• General digestive system disorders

Some studies have even linked the long-term use of these medications to an increased risk of stomach and esophageal cancers.

Therefore, medications such as Lomac, Omeprazole, Ranitac, and other proton pump inhibitors should only be used under a doctor’s supervision and for a specified duration, not permanently.

Unfortunately, many people become dependent on these drugs. They feel unable to eat or live normally without them because they fear the return of heartburn.
This is a completely wrong approach.

So, what is the solution?

The solution comes after proper medical diagnosis, because in cases where heartburn is mild or temporary and not due to a serious condition, a natural remedy can be used safely.

One of the most effective natural treatments for stomach heartburn is a well-known herb called Garden Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) you can find it by searching online).

How to use it:

1. Take one tablespoon of the herb.

2. Add it to a cup of warm water.

3. Drink the mixture.

This remedy helps relieve stomach burning naturally without side effects, and it is far better than the unnecessary long-term use of chemical medications.

Finally,
Do not take medicines without consulting a doctor, and do not trap yourselves in the cycle of misuse when safer alternatives exist.

Peace be upon you and God’s blessings.