Doc Health Plan -Hyperacidity is usually detected in children when they have problems with the natural process of bowel movement: for example, diarrhea and constipation are taken as natural symptoms of a problem in the digestive system. So is vomiting. However, these are usually attributed to other causes, such as parasites, indigestion, or any other sickness, with hyperacidity being the last that parents think about. This may perhaps be due to the seeming simplicity of hyperacidity, or perhaps more likely, to its intangibility.
What causes hyperacidity? Whether in adults or children, studies have shown that stress and pressure contribute to the release of acids in the stomach. Even worse, having this causes extreme discomfort, which adds to the agitation and stress levels that the child faces, resulting in an endless cycle. Is there a way to cut this cycle? In adults, it is possible to train them to relieve their stress. Also, adults have antacids that can help alleviate the problem. On the other hand, to date, there has not yet been a strong availability of antacids designed for children. So how do you, as a parent, help your child if you suspect he is suffering from hyperacidity?
1. The first thing you can do is try to adjust his diet. There are certain foods that inarguably trigger acid in the digestive system. Top on this list would be acidic fruits and juices, such as lemon, lime, and other citric fruits like orange and pomelo. Too much sweets is also known to cause hyperacidity, especially when taken on an empty stomach. You can also try to reduce his intake of heavy meats and switch it with easier to digest vegetables and starches like potatoes.2. The next thing you need to consider is the level of stress he faces daily, and then you need to try to make adjustments as necessary. If your child is young and goes to school, the rushed preparation for the school day may be part of the irritants. In this example, you can make things more relaxed perhaps by waking up half an hour earlier. This will translate into a less pressured preparation time both for him and you. If you find him stressed over school work, perhaps finding a tutor to help him get back on track temporarily might help.3. Is he getting enough rest? A child who is sleepy tends to be cranky and therefore much more stressed than one who is well rested. For this, you will need to check his bedtime routine. If he seems to get enough hours of sleep but wakes up cranky, check if he’s waking up during the night disturbed by nightmares or unnecessary noises. You can reduce the disturbance by toning down your own night time activities, or perhaps by playing music in his room to act as white noise. If nightmares are a disturbance, check his intake of media: studies have shown that excessive TV watching, especially of material that is not wholesome or beneficial, can cause nightmares and night terrors in children.4. Take the time to laugh! The person who coined the phrase “Laughter is the best medicine” is right on par. Not only should you try to avoid stress for your child, you can actually combat the effects of stress by having laughing sprees. Adults nowadays, especially with busy work schedules and family commitments, sometimes overlook the beauty of laughter, especially in terms of sharing it with their little ones. But this can do wonders to your child’s health, when he gets a healthy dose of good, clean fun with his parents. Whatever stress he may be facing throughout the day will likely disappear after just a few minutes of laughing, either through a funny movie or a tickle fest with his parents.
These practical tips might not seem like much, but you will see the effects when you find your child having a more relaxed and happy demeanor. And sooner or later, you can be sure you will be able to kiss his hyperacidity and the uncomfortable symptoms goodbye forever. So go ahead, you have permission to make life more fun for you and your child!
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