Hypochlohydria Defined Ц How This Condition Can Cause Halitosis

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by Zaire P. Vargas

The definition of Hypochlohydria: Stomach does not produce enough acid.

There are many symptoms of Hypochlohydria that could also resemble other systemic problems and if you think you may be experiencing any of them please see your health care provider.

Gas and bloating

Burping after meals

Sluggish digestion

Heartburn unrelated to excess acid production

Halitosis (bad breath) Ц undigested meat protein putrefies in the intestines, producing foul-smelling odor

Upset stomach

Diarrhea

Iron deficiency

Low energy

Weak, brittle, or peeling nails

Dilated capillaries in the cheeks and nose

Dry and thin hair and skin

The feeling of hunger that never seems to dissipate is one of the symptoms of Hypochlohydria and that is because the food is not being properly digested. The absorption of nutrients is impaired and this triggers the feelings of hunger. Also stomach acid production declines with age, this is natural, beginning in the mid-thirties.

Now that you know a little bit about the symptoms of Hypochlohydria, you should also understand why is acid production important for your body. Stomach acid activates an enzyme, which breaks down the protein we eat. The acids also stimulate the pancreas to produce digestive enzymes, which is used to digest fats and carbohydrates and to further digest proteins. The stomach acid also helps to keep the digestive tract free of bacteria and yeast that is not suppose to be there and is needed to absorb minerals.

аBit of History

Some fear that if parents start listening to their own wants and needs they will neglect their children. It is our belief that children are in fact far less likely to be neglected when their parents’ needs—for support, for friendship, for decent work, for health care, for learning, for play, for time alone—are being met.

—Wendy Coppedge Sanford. Ourselves and Our Children, by Boston Women’s Health Book Collective, introduction (1978)

Here is a list some natural remedies in the treatment of Hypochlohydria and as you utilize them, it should also help in relieving the symptoms of the bad breath (halitosis) that is being experienced. Please remember that there are many different possible causes of bad breath (halitosis) and this article is in relation to Hypochlohydria. If you have any further questions please consult your medical professional.

Thoroughly chew your food

Multivitamins are very important since one of the symptoms is malabsorption

Increase or begin taking B complex

Start taking bitter herbs as they are beneficial in stimulating the secretion of stomach acid

Ginger Tea which aids in digestion and elimination

Now that you have reviewed the definition, symptoms, and treatments of Hypochlohydria, here is a look at halitosis (bad breath).

Halitosis is stimulated by volatile sulfur compounds (vsc), which are released by the break down of proteins by bacteria. Most of the odor contributing to bad breath (halitosis) is brought about by anaerobic bacteria, which grow on the back of the tongue. The anaerobic bacteria have beneficial effects. In addition, they aid in digestion by breaking down proteins. A person suffering from bad breath due to oral causes, are found to have abnormally high amounts of anaerobic bacteria in the oral cavity.

To continue, bad breath (halitosis) is caused by anaerobic bacteria. This is important because it also aids in the digestion by breaking down proteins. Hypochlorhydria is the inability to do so. The impact of that would be a very intense case of bad breath (halitosis).

Therefore, if you have taken the time to do the remedies listed above towards the treatment of hypochlorhydria, it follows to reason you will continue an effective oral hygiene program which includes daily brushing, regular dental cleanings, the use of a tongue cleaner, and rinsing with a mouthwash.

When purchasing mouthwashes look for those that contain Cetylpyridinium chloride and zinc chloride. A mouthwash that does not contain these ingredients will mask the odor for a limited amount of time but give no long lasting results to eliminating the odor of bad breath. Also Hydrogen Peroxide is a great rinse because it release oxygen and the bacteria in the mouth thrive in an environment without oxygen

Baking soda is also recommended for the use of dental care. While it does have a bitter taste, it does have the properties that are beneficial to destroying odors. That is why many people put it in their refrigerators and sprinkle it on carpets before vacuuming. There are also several brands of toothpaste on the market now that contain baking soda and are not as bad as dipping your toothbrush in the baking soda box.

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