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Betson V - August 25, 2026
If you’re feeling heavy, full or uncomfortable after a meal, it could possibly be due to trapped gas, which is common after eating a heavy Indian meal, but your kitchen already has the best remedies for instant relief.
Try these five simple fixes to get quick relief naturally:
- Ajwain (Carom Seeds) + Black Salt
Ajwain contains thymol, an enzyme that speeds up digestion. Mix half a teaspoon of crushed ajwain with a pinch of black salt (kala namak) and swallow it with warm water for fast relief from trapped gas. - Warm Jeera (Cumin) Water
Cumin seeds stimulate digestive enzymes and reduce stomach bloating. Boil one teaspoon of jeera in a cup of water for 5 minutes, strain and sip it like warm tea after your meals. - Hing (Asafoetida) Paste
If you feel sudden, sharp belly pain from trapped gas, make a thick paste using a pinch of hing and warm water. Apply it around your belly button. It works wonders, especially for quick night time relief. - Ginger Tea
Fresh ginger breaks down gas bubbles in your intestines. Chewing a small piece of raw ginger with lemon juice, or sipping fresh ginger tea, calms acid reflux and heaviness within minutes. - Saunf (Fennel Seeds)
Fennel seeds relax your intestinal muscles. Chewing half a teaspoon of saunf right after lunch or dinner prevents post-meal bloating and freshens your breath.
When to see a doctor
Occasional acidity or gas is normal but if you often face bloating or chronic stomach pain, it is best to consult a doctor for a proper gut checkup. Click the link below to consult the best doctors from home on the DRiefcase app to save your time from visiting a clinic.
