The human body naturally creates mucus to lubricate and protect the throat and sinuses. However, when this production becomes excessive, it can imply the presence of a persistent infection, acid reflux, or inflammation. Here are the main reasons of this mucus buildup, as well as natural solutions to fix it.
1. Acid reflux
The most popular yet often undiagnosed cause of excess mucus is acid reflux. This happens when the valve at the top of the stomach doesn’t close properly, allowing stomach acid to back up into the esophagus and into the throat. This acid reflux may be followed by heartburn, but in many cases, only the symptoms connected to the mucus appear, a condition called silent reflux or gastrolaryngeal reflux disease (GLR).
Natural solution:
Blend 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar in a glass of water and drink this preparation twice a day before meals. This supports to close the stomach valve and weaken reflux. If after a week the mucus decreases, this implies that acid reflux was probably the cause.
2. Antacid medications
Many people, especially over the age of 40, are expected antacid medications or proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) to treat their reflux. However, these medications only relieve stomach acid, making the problem worse in the long run.
Natural solution:
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