Hiatus Hernia Homeopathic Treatment for Acid Reflux & Heartburn Relief

Find gentle, long-term relief from Hiatus Hernia—naturally. Our curated homeopathic remedies are designed to soothe persistent heartburn, control acid reflux, reduce chest discomfort, and support healthy digestion without harsh side effects. Experience holistic care that works with your body, not against it.

About Hiatus Hernia: A hiatus hernia develops when the upper part of the stomach slips upward into the chest cavity through the esophageal hiatus—an opening in the diaphragm. This muscular weakening allows stomach acids to reflux into the esophagus, leading to chronic discomfort. While the exact cause is often unknown, common risk factors include obesity, advancing age (50+), pregnancy, persistent coughing, heavy lifting, and repeated vomiting that increases abdominal pressure.

Common Symptoms: Many individuals remain symptom-free; however, when symptoms appear, they frequently include persistent heartburn, acid reflux, sour or bitter belching, water brash, chest or upper abdominal pain, bloating, and difficulty swallowing. Some patients may also experience breathlessness or heart palpitations due to diaphragmatic pressure.

Natural Homeopathic Remedies for Hiatus Hernia, Heartburn & GERD

Calcarea Carbonicum 200
One of the most trusted remedies for Hiatus Hernia, Calcarea Carbonicum helps strengthen relaxed and weakened muscular tissues. It is especially suited to individuals who are overweight, flabby, and prone to excessive perspiration. Key indicators include loud, sour belching; heartburn; sour vomiting of curdled food; and cramping stomach pain aggravated by pressure or cold drinks. A characteristic inverted-saucer-like swelling at the pit of the stomach and cravings for indigestible substances such as chalk or coal further guide its use.

Robinia 3X
Robinia is highly effective when intense acidity and burning heartburn dominate the picture. Symptoms worsen at night, particularly while lying down, with profuse vomiting of extremely sour fluid. Patients may feel heavy, aching pain in the stomach along with sharp, persistent gastric pains and marked abdominal distension.

Phosphorus 200
Phosphorus is ideal for Hiatus Hernia cases marked by frequent sour eructations after meals and regurgitation of large quantities of food. A keynote symptom is vomiting of water as soon as it becomes warm in the stomach. Gastric pain is often relieved by cold foods, cold drinks, or ice.

Natrum Phos 30
Natrum Phos addresses excess lactic acid in the stomach and is prescribed when sour belching, heartburn, and acidic vomiting are prominent. Patients may spit mouthfuls of food after eating and experience morning vomiting of sour, cheesy masses along with heaviness and pressure in the epigastric region.

Carbo Vegetabilis 3X
Especially useful when Hiatus Hernia is accompanied by breathlessness and gas pressure, Carbo Vegetabilis relieves water brash, abdominal distension, and asthmatic breathing caused by flatulence. Belching provides temporary relief, while symptoms worsen on lying down. The epigastrium remains highly sensitive, even to simple foods.

Abies Nigra 30
Abies Nigra is indicated when there is a distinctive sensation of a hard-boiled egg lodged at the cardiac end of the stomach. Pain appears immediately after eating, accompanied by water brash, throat constriction, and a choking sensation.

Nux Vomica 30
A leading remedy for Hiatus Hernia triggered by dietary excesses, Nux Vomica is suited to individuals sensitive to spicy food, coffee, alcohol, or stress. Symptoms include sour or bitter risings, nausea, vomiting, marked indigestion, and extreme gastric sensitivity. The patient is often irritable and intolerant of noise or light.

Lycopodium Clavatum 200
Lycopodium works well in cases of digestive weakness with pronounced bloating and gas. Heartburn worsens after eating flatulent foods such as onions, beans, or cabbage. Belching rises only to the throat, and there is a marked preference for warm food and drinks, along with a craving for sweets.

Pulsatilla Nigricans 30
Pulsatilla is beneficial when Hiatus Hernia symptoms follow consumption of rich, fatty, or greasy foods. The stomach feels heavy and unsettled, with foul-tasting morning water brash, heartburn, and a tight sensation in the epigastric region.

Note: Remedy selection and potency should be individualized. For chronic or severe symptoms, professional homeopathic consultation is advised.

Presentation: 30ml sealed dropper bottles, 2 dram Pills Bottle

Potency: 30, 200, 3X

Dosage: (Pills) Adult and children 2 years of age and older: Dissolve 4 pills under the tongue 3 times a day until relieved or as directed by a physician. (Drops): The usual dosage is 3-4 drops in a teaspoon of water 2-3 times daily. Dosage may vary depending on the conditions. Always consult a Homeopathic Physician before taking medicines

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Hiatus Hernia

What is a hiatus hernia and why does it cause acid reflux?

A hiatus hernia occurs when the upper part of the stomach moves upward into the chest through an opening in the diaphragm. This displacement weakens the natural barrier between the stomach and esophagus, allowing stomach acid to flow back upward, resulting in acid reflux and heartburn.

What are the most common symptoms of a hiatus hernia?

Common symptoms include frequent heartburn, acid reflux, sour or bitter belching, water brash, chest or upper abdominal discomfort, bloating, difficulty swallowing, and a feeling of pressure behind the breastbone.

Can homeopathy help in managing hiatus hernia symptoms?

Homeopathy aims to support digestive balance and reduce acidity, bloating, and reflux tendencies. Remedies are selected based on individual symptom patterns such as sour belching, gastric pressure, food intolerance, or worsening of symptoms after meals.

Which foods can trigger symptoms of hiatus hernia?

Symptoms may worsen after consuming spicy foods, fatty or fried items, coffee, carbonated drinks, onions, cabbage, beans, chocolate, or large meals—especially when lying down soon after eating.

Why do hiatus hernia symptoms worsen at night?

Symptoms often intensify at night because lying flat makes it easier for stomach acid to reflux into the esophagus. This can lead to increased heartburn, sour taste in the mouth, and disturbed sleep.

Is hiatus hernia the same as GERD?

Hiatus hernia and GERD are closely related but not identical. A hiatus hernia can contribute to GERD by allowing acid reflux, but GERD can also occur without a hiatus hernia due to weakened esophageal sphincter function.