Question

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

Answer 1

Antacids

1. Antacids are the substances which are used to relieve indigestion that is caused by excessive secretion of HCl in the stomach.
2. They reduce the sensation of heat burn caused by acidity.
3. They are alkaline ions that can directly neutralize the gastric acids of the stomach.

Paheli is advised not to take orange juice because

1. She is suffering from indigestion due to acidity which causes the tension of heat burn.
2. In acidity the level of HCl in stomach increases and on the other hand acidity of orange juice is also high.
3. Her acidity may increase due to the intake of orange juice.
4. She would be advised to take antacids as being basic they will neutralise the excess acid in her stomach.