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Stomach ulcers are known as gastric ulcers, caused by a bacteria, called (H-pylori), which allow gastric acid to eat the stomach lining.
It mainly occurs in older age person, especially those 60 above, and men are more prone to gastric acid than women.
Stomach ulcers cause pain, burning sensation, heartburn, indigestion feeling, loss of appetite in the stomach.
Its treatment depends on its symptoms and how severe is it, then the doctor will decide the best treatment based on the cause of your ulcer.
There are many natural ways, or home – remedies, and food to eat and avoid? Which helps in curing stomach ulcers.
Artemisia (wormwood)
Wormwood has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for fevers, inflammation, headaches, bleeding, and malaria, and is also found in the Himalayan ranges, India.
Studies have shown that Artemisia extract was quite efficient in boosting ulcer healing at the early phase of ulcer healing.
The Quality of quick healing achievement of the wormwood was an efficient remodeling of the regenerated gastric mucosa (1).
Wormwood showed remarkably strong activity against Helicobacter pylori (H-pylori) bacteria, highly responsible for stomach ulcers (2).
In addition, it is believed that wormwood stimulates digestion and gives relief to stomach spasms (3).
Garlic
One study review on fresh garlic, (which contains S-allyl cysteine is an organic compound), and also gives anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidative effects.
A vivo study suggests that S-allyl cysteine (SAC) prevents stress-induced gastritis through increasing antioxidative activity.
In general, garlic leads to bad breath, and consuming too much may cause diarrhea. And also acts as a blood thinner, so talk to your doctor, if you taking medicines.
Studies showed that raw garlic has an antibacterial effect against H. pylori bacteria, and may be prescribed with medical treatment of gastric H. pylori infection.
However, not all studies are not in favor, that it can help in healing stomach ulcers. And more studies are needed in it (4).
Liquorice
It is also known as sweetwood, studies were shown that it has anti-H pylori effects, and is also shown to be effective in the treatment of gastric ulcers (5).
Licorice also protects the stomach by increasing the production of the mucus lining in the stomach, (when the mucus lining is damaged then stomach ulcers occur) (6).
Also, it is traditionally used in treating sitting voice (which looks after a lot of screaming)
It’s rich in G. glabra, and GutGard, (studies show that has anti-H. pylori activity) (7) and its extract is the major flavonoid of it, has more potent against H. pylori.
It may interfere with other medicines, causes side effect such as pain in muscle or numbness in the hand, foot. so consult your doctor taking it (8).
However, some studies showed no effect on ulcers, therefore, more research is needed on it.
Luffa (Ridge gourd)
During an investigation by pimple et al, luffa, its extract increased level of mucosal glycoprotein and antioxidant enzymes in the diabetes rats.
It has an anti-inflammatory effect, which may help in managing peptic ulcers, and indigestion (9).
However, some showed its toxicity, when its drank was given to the patients, so their abdominal pain, diarrhea, High BP was noticed after 15 min to 6 hours.
Also, it contains moisture which smoothens the digestive tract.
Turmeric
According to Epidemiologically, curcumin might reduce the risk of ulcers and cancer, believed due to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant agents (10).
Also, its yellow-colored chemical called curcumin is often used in the field of cosmetics, food coloring, and several medicines.
Curcumin has considerable gastroprotective and antiulcerogenic effects, even in recent times laboratory, was confirmed Its has antiulcer potential activity (11)
However, some believed that turmeric does not seem to help treat stomach ulcers, Its intake may increase stomach acid, making existing ulcers worse (12).
In a study, some participants who were positive with (H.pylori) bacteria were given 500 mg of turmeric 4 times a day.
Results, after 4 weeks, 63% were free from ulcers, and after 8 weeks, this amount has increased to 87%.
Green Tea
Tea is one of the most consumed beverages around the world, and black tea followed by green tea is one of the most popular tea.
It was traditionally used for diarrhea, and for infection from (H.pylori) a bacteria (13).
In vitro, green tea contains Catechins, which is a main antioxidant compound, that showed antibacterial activity against H. pylori bacteria (14).
Green tea has been used in traditional Indian and Chinese medicine even, yet many people use it as medicine.
However, it has other health benefits such as:
- Help in weight loss
- Protect against certain cancer
- Improve brain function
- Reduce bad cholesterol
NOTE: Excessive intake of green tea may be linked to side effects such as nausea, stomach upset because it contains caffeine (15) (16).
Aloe vera
One study review on aloe vera says, the intake of aloe vera significantly reduced the amount of stomach acid produced in rats suffering from ulcers.
Aloe vera has a protective effect on gastric mucosa by stimulating endogenous and prostaglandins production (17).
Aloe vera acts as an anti-inflammation and can promote ulcer healing. Aloe vera might be a useful agent for gastric ulcer patients (18).
Natural aloe vera gel is a beneficial and no-cost treatment, for chronic ulcers patients.
It is recommended in developing countries for treating chronic ulcers and lessening the financial burden (19)
NOTE: aloe vera helps the skin in healing from sunburn because its oil can moisturize the skin, also assisting you with keeping away from the peeling.
It is generally safe, but also has some adverse effects such as:
- Redness
- Itchy feeling
- interaction with medicines, so first, consult the doctor.
Fruits, and vegetables
This is one of the main things that you should definitely add to your diet, whether it is fruit, vegetables, and pulses.
Eat green vegetables and fruits, which give you protein, vitamins, and are one of the best sources for rich minerals, protein.
The healing and severity of ulcers also depend on what kind of food you eat.
Food to Eat
- Eat Polyphenol-rich foods, which include – berries, nuts, flax seeds, olives, dark chocolates, green vegetables, olives, etc
- Add fiber rich food in you diet such as – apple, pears, oatmeals, Lean on legumes, etc
- Cabbage, which rich in vitamin C, an antioxidant, that help in treat H. pylori infections
- Chilli peppers
- Also, add fruit juices such as papaya, apple, cabbage, etc also help in healing ulcer fast.
- Consume probiotic food such as yogurt, kimchi, which are rich in good bacteria.
- Sweet potato, which contains vitamin A, is believed that help heals wounds and ulcers in the stomach.
Food to Avoid
Overeating and eating within two to three hours of going to bed may also worsen the symptoms of acid reflux.
Certain foods should be avoided during stomach ulcers, which increase the acid reflex and can make the stomach ulcers worse.
- Alcohol, which irriate and damage stomach lining
- Fatty, fried food, which increase the acid reflex
- Spicy food
- Hot peppers
- Chocolate
- Deep-fried, and processed food
- Coffee, and other carbonated beverages
Pain at night can come suddenly after eating, or it may come after 3 to 4 hours of eating.
Honey
Honey has been traditionally used for medications, and in today’s time, it’s mostly known for relieving cold and cough symptoms.
A study showed that honey has an antioxidants abilities resulting in reducing lipid peroxidation and inflammatory process.
Various studies outcomes shown that honey acts as a natural agent, which has ability to heal mucosa by providing protection
BOTTOM LINE
Studies have shown that Artemisia extract was quite efficient in boosting ulcer healing at the early phase of ulcer healing.
Stomach ulcers cause pain, burning sensation, heartburn, indigestion feeling, loss of appetite in the stomach.
Its treatment depends on its symptoms and how severe is it, then the doctor will decide the best treatment based on the cause of your ulcer.
