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Paheli is suffering from indigestion due to acidity. Is it advisable to give her orange juice in this situation? Why?

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No, orange juice is acidic in nature. Ingesting acidic substances while suffering from indigestion due to excess acid conditions in the stomach will only make things worse. (1 Mark)
She requires antacids which are basic in nature to neutralise the excess acid in the stomach.​ (1 Mark)

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