Home remedies for stomach ulcers

Since our food is key to the treatment of ulcers, we must increase the consumption of food and proteins of vegetable origin, as well as lean meats, and banish the defendants

Stress, poor nutrition or certain medications-excessive intake can cause many problems in our body. One of them are gastric or peptic ulcers. If you are suffering from them, please do not hesitate to read the following article where you will meet some recipes home for ulcers in the stomach. Your aches and pains will be part of the past.

Stomach ulcers: what to know

They are basically lesions in the gastric mucosa that may be caused by:

• The presence of bacteria (Helicobacter Pylori)
• The nerves
• Sedentary lifestyle
• Lack of exercise
• Very spicy or greasy food
• Stress
• The concerns
• Poor feeding
• The intake of drugs (such as anti-inflammatories and analgesics)

Stomach ulcers are very painful and, sometimes, patients also have nausea and vomiting. If this problem is not treated well from the beginning, it can cause more serious and severe pathologies requiring up to surgery to retrieve the deep wounds in the stomach lining. Also increases the risk of stomach cancer. As he has been said before, the ulcers may be caused by our (bad) food. Therefore, it is advisable to:

• Eat more plant foods (fruit and vegetables) and proteins of vegetable origin (oils, legumes, dried fruits).
• Eat lean meats such as fish and chicken.
• Eat whole grains, such as rice, pasta, breads rather than refined (of white).
• Avoid consuming coffee, alcohol, processed foods, sausages, fried, spicy and sugary.

Read also: natural treatment of gastric ulcers

Ulcers may be treated with natural remedies?

In addition to a healthy diet, we can improve the situation by choosing specific herbs that promote healing. However, is always good to consult a physician to be more sure of the proper dosage and whether it has any side effects. Some of the natural options to reduce peptic ulcers are:

Licorice

It is often used to flavor certain recipes. You can buy the plant, but it is not recommended for those who have problems with high blood pressure, because raises it. Then, the best option is to get the DGL licorice (without Glycerin) since it has no contraindications. Liquorice extract protects the stomach from the effects of the drugs. It should be consumed before eating so as to create a "protective film" stomach walls.

Ginseng

He is achieved in many dietary and health houses and has anti-microbial properties. The root of ginseng combat infections caused by the bacterium Helicobactr Pylori and also helps to reduce the damage of gastric cells.

Aloe vera

It has hundreds of uses external and internal applications. Aloe Vera gel is used to heal wounds in the skin, but is also good for the mucous membranes of the stomach. Daily consumed a glass of aloe vera mixed with water (if possible, in fasting). Some people eat the stalk of aloe vera after that removed you the thorns. Be very careful if you choose this option, because it can have a laxative effect, and you do not repeat the treatment more than 2 times a week.

Cayenne pepper

Although it has irritant properties, it has been shown that you one of its main components (capsaicin, that is which gives you that spicy flavor) helps protect the mucous stomach and at the same time inhibits the growth of the bacteria that causes ulcers.

Col

In fact the juice of col is that we need to consume. We can prepare it with a blender or food grinder (not forget to water). It is a very powerful vegetable to heal stomach ulcers. In addition, you can eat cabbage in salads or other preparations, better if it is raw.

Blueberry

Increasingly there are more fans of this small fruit of dark, due to which serves for diabetics with kidney problems, cholesterol, overweight, with high blood pressure... And also for those patients with peptic ulcers. This natural remedy is recommended in the form of natural juice. Helps to prevent injuries on the walls of the stomach and reduce inflammation and relax the digestive system.

Calendula

This beautiful orange flower has beneficial effects to the skin and, like aloe vera, heals the wounds. It is a good idea for ulcers. You can consume it by making a tea.

Ingredients

• 1 handful of flowers of marigolds
• 1 cup (250 ml) water

Preparation

Bring to a boil the water and check out the flowers. When the boil, leave 5 minutes, and then to rest for 5 minutes more. Strain and drink with a spoonful of honey (which is a great antiseptic).

Green tea

In fact, any food that contains a good amount of flavonoids. For example:

• Red grapes
• Apples
• Plums
• Parsley
• Soy
• Beans
• Lentils

It has been shown that all of them have the ability to reduce inflammation in the digestive system, inhibit the growth of the bacterium that causes ulcers and heal the wounds in the walls of the stomach. Add these foods to your diet and you'll see the effects.

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Plátanos

Según las investigaciones, el plátano o banano tiene la capacidad de proteger el estómago de las úlceras debido a un compuesto llamado proteasa, que aniquila las bacterias antes de que puedan comenzar a hacer daño. A su vez, engrosa las paredes estomacales y ayuda a producir más cantidad de mucosa gástrica, que constituye una excelente barrera para que los ácidos digestivos no causen estragos.

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