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How is acidity caused ? What is the reme...

How is acidity caused ? What is the remedy for it ?

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1. Our stomach produces gastric juice ( hydrochloric acid)
2. It helps us in digestion of food.
3. But sometimes secretion of excess acid causes acidity or indigestion.
4. It leaves a burning sensation and pain in the stomach.
Remedy: Antacids help us to get rid of acidity. Antacids contain bases. They neutralize the excess acid and give relief from acidity.
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