Natural Stomach Ulcer Remedies

The food you eat plays a key role in the treatment of stomach ulcers. That's why it’s important to increase your intake of vegetables and proteins, and stay away from processed foods.

Stress, poor diet, or prolonged use of certain medications can cause a lot of health problems. One of them is known as stomach or peptic ulcers. If you’re experiencing one of these, in the following article we’ll list some natural stomach ulcer remedies to help relieve the discomfort.

Stomach ulcers: what you need to know

Stomach ulcers are essentially lesions in the mucus lining of the stomach that may be caused by:

• The presence of a particular bacterium (Helicobacter pylori)
• Nerves
• Leading a sedentary lifestyle
• Not getting enough exercise
• Very spicy or greasy food
• Stress
• Anxiety
• Having a poor diet
• The use of certain medications (especially anti-inflammatory drugs or pain killers)

Stomach ulcers can be very painful, and patients sometimes experience nausea and vomiting.

If this problem isn’t treated early on, it can cause more serious complications and disorders that require surgery to repair the damage to the lining of the stomach.

Stomach ulcers can also increase your risk of stomach cancer.

As we said above, one of the causes of these ulcers can be from the foods you eat. So here are some recommendations for a healthier diet:

• Eat more plant-based foods (fruits and vegetables) and vegetable proteins (beans, nuts, etc.)
• Eat lean meats, like fish and chicken
• Switch to whole grain rice, pasta, and bread, instead of refined white varieties.
• Avoid drinking coffee and alcohol, or eating processed foods, sausages, fried foods, and sugary or very spicy foods

List of natural stomach ulcer remedies

In addition to improving your diet, you can also try some herbs that promote healing.

However, it’s always a good idea to talk to your doctor first to be sure you’re consuming the right amount and if you’re at risk of any side effects or complications.

Keeping that in mind, here are a few natural stomach ulcer remedies:

Fennel

This anise flavored herb is often used in certain recipes. You can buy the fennel plant. But it’s not recommended for people who have problems with high blood pressure because it could cause it to rise.

The best option is to buy glycerin free DGL licorice, which has no potential side effects. Licorice protects the stomach from the effects of certain medications.

Try consuming a little licorice before each meal to create a “protective coating” for your stomach lining.

Ginseng

This herb is available in any diet or health food store, and is known for its antimicrobial properties.

Ginseng root helps fight infections caused by the Helicobacter pylori bacteria and can also help reduce the damage done to the cells of the stomach lining.

Aloe vera

Aloe vera has hundreds of external and internal applications in natural medicine. The gel from the aloe plant can be used to heal skin wounds, but it’s also very good for the mucus lining of your stomach.

Try drinking a glass of water with some aloe vera gel every day (if possible, on an empty stomach). Some people even eat the stem of the plant once they remove the spines.

This is one of the more obscure natural stomach ulcer remedies, but it’s also incredibly soothing and effective.

Be careful if you choose this option, because it can also have a laxative effect. Don’t repeat this treatment more than twice a week.

Cayenne pepper

While this spice can also be an irritant when consumed in excess, studies have shown that one of the main properties of cayenne – capsaicin, which is what lends it its spice – actually helps protect the stomach lining while inhibiting the growth of the bacteria that causes ulcers in the first place.

Cabbage

Technically, cabbage juice should be consumed. You can make it yourself in a blender or food processor (but don’t forget to add a little water). This is a very powerful vegetable when it comes to healing stomach ulcers.

You can also add cabbage to your salads and other recipes, but it’s best when consumed raw.

Blueberries

More and more people are becoming fans of this small, dark berry, because it’s excellent for people who have kidney problems, high cholesterol, are overweight, have high blood pressure… and also for those suffering from stomach ulcers.

It’s recommended that you drink blueberry juice for this treatment. It will help prevent ulcers from forming in the lining of the stomach, fight inflammation, and relax your digestive system.

Marigolds

This beautiful orange flower has beneficial effects on the skin and, like aloe vera, healing properties. It’s a great choice for stomach ulcers. You can consume it as a tea:

Ingredients

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

Preparation

Bring the water to a boil and add the flowers. Simmer for five minutes, and then remove from heat and let steep for an additional five minutes. Strain the liquid and add a tablespoon of honey (which also fights bacteria) before drinking.

Green tea

In fact, you can choose any food that contains a lot of flavonoids. For example:

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

It’s been shown that all of these foods have the ability to reduce inflammation of the digestive system, fight the growth of ulcer-causing bacteria, and heal damage to the lining of the stomach.

Try adding one of these natural stomach ulcer remedies to your daily diet and you’ll notice the effects.

Bananas

According to recent research, bananas and plantains help protect the stomach lining from ulcers thanks to their content of protease, which kills the bacteria before the damage is done.

This also thickens the lining and promotes the production of mucus, which is an excellent way to keep the harmful acids in the stomach from causing more problems.