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Indigestion

Hydrochloric acid is used in the body to help digestion and kill bacteria. However to much of this can cause indigestion and we use indigestion remedies to neutralise excess acids.

An indigestion remedy contains a base such as magnesium hydroxide, which reacts to form a neutral compound and raises the pH of the stomach

-Indigestion is when acid from your stomach irritates the lining of your stomach, the pain can be found in your chest and stomach, this usually comes on soon after eating or drinking. — #Indigestion is when acid from your stomach irritates the lining of your stomach, the pain can be found in your chest and stomach, this usually comes on soon after eating or drinking-

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