Question

Is baking soda good for heartburn and indigestion?

Answer 1

Heartburn:

1. It is a burning sensation in the chest brought on by stomach acid rising to the esophagus.
2. The reason can be many including eating spicy foods, alcohol, overeating, etc.

Indigestion:

1. It is a feeling of fullness even after not having a full meal, nausea, bloating, and burning sensation.
2. It is due to having too much alcohol, caffeine, spicy food, etc.

Baking soda:

1. The chemical formula is NaHCO₃.
2. It is alkaline in nature.
3. It neutralizes the excess acid that causes discomfort and immediately provides relief from heartburn and indigestion.