What acid is in the stomach to help digestion?

Answer 1

Calcium Carbonate, such as what u would find in your antacids at your local pharmacy (tums(R), Rolaids(R), Pepcid(R), etc.). Depending on the person milk may help.

And even if you have none of the above on hand, drinking water will often help.

Calcium carbonate is also known as an alkali or base.

You can also take some TUM's.

Answer 2

My personal favorite, Bepto Bismo!! Cherry is very tasty, but other than actually curing an acid stomach there is nothing you can do. An acid stomach comes from drinking to much coffee and coke. To heal your stomach (very very slowly) you need to refrain from eating any drinks and foods that have acid or anything that has citric acid in it. Good Luck! :0)

Answer 3

Your stomach naturally secretes acid in order to digest foods. Unfortunately, some individuals experience heartburn or reflux, conditions in which the acid of the stomach flows back into the esophagus. This can cause significant burning, pain and inflammation as the acid irritates the lining of the esophagus. If left untreated, excess stomach acid can cause permanent damage or even internal bleeding. Fortunately, natural approaches may help to neutralize the acid causing your symptoms. Speak with your doctor before using any approach to relieve symptoms related to excess stomach

Answer 4

Hydrochloric acid (HCl) is the main acid found in the stomach. It helps break down food and kill bacteria to aid in the digestion process.

Answer 5

Milk of Magnesia that contains Magnesium Hydroxide can neutralize the excess stomach acid.

Answer 6

a mild alkali because a strong one would cause more indigestion

Answer 7

Antacid tablets will help to reduce stomach acidity.

Answer 8

hydrochloric acid

Answer 9

Alkali and/or Base

Answer 10

H