Gastritis for the most part is effectively treated with medicines. They can include antacids, acid blockers, proton pump inhibitors and antibiotics. For chronic gastritis sufferers, though, they may need to consider natural cures to find relief or prevent this problem from frequently arising. The following are certain natural and typical home remedies for gastritis:
Ginger – Ginger is deemed one of the best remedies for gastritis since it helps address a lot of symptoms. Ginger likewise can aid the body in healing the damaged intestines and stomach tissues caused by gastritis. It has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties that help destroy the bacteria that generate gastritis.
Goldenseal – This is another plant that contains antibacterial properties that can kill bacteria that cause irritation and inflammation of the stomach lining. Goldenseal has also the ability to address many of the symptoms of gastritis.
Papaya – Papaya has large concentrated amounts of enzymes that make for better digestion of foods. You can eat ripe papaya or papaya seeds to enhance your digestive function.
Peppermint – Peppermint oil is an essential oil that contains menthol and helps relieve gastritis symptoms and improve digestion.
Licorice – By eating about 500 mg to 600 mg of licorice each day, you can aid in the fast healing of your gastrointestinal tract.
Coconut Water – If you begin to notice the symptoms of gastritis in your stomach, you can prevent it from further developing by drinking nothing else but fresh coconut water for one whole day. The coconut water assists in the faster healing of your stomach lining.
All of the aforementioned remedies are all natural remedies that are very safe to use provided most of them are used properly. Still, you need to first talk to your doctor before using any of them.
Diet for Gastritis
You can easily relieve the discomfort and pain caused by acute or chronic gastritis without the need for medicines. The only thing you need to do is to eat a good diet suited for addressing your gastritis. Availing of a gastric diet is essential since it can help your stomach overcome the infection and can help relieve the symptoms of gastritis. This type of diet is unlike a diet plan for losing weight as it instructs you on the foods that you should and should not eat to help treat your gastritis in a faster and much more effective manner.
Some of the foods beneficial in treating gastritis include:
- Whole grains
- Squash
- Low-fat, no-fat and skimmed dairy products
- Sea vegetables
- Lean meats
- Dark green and leafy green vegetables
- Cherries
- Blue berries
- Bell peppers
Beverages that are beneficial in addressing gastritis include:
- Water
- Spinach juice
- Pineapple juice
- Papaya juice
- Coconut water
- Carrot juice
As there are beneficial foods and fluids that help address gastritis, so too are there foods that can aggravate it. Some of the foods you should NOT take when you have gastritis include:
- Fat and oil, such as salad dressing and palm oil
- Spices like mustard, black and red peppers, garlic and chili powder
- Dairy products like ice cream, cottage cheese, cheese, sour cream and whole milk
- Fish and meat varieties like herring, salmon, eel, Buffalo wings, beef, chicken nuggets and pork
- Legumes and vegetables like cabbage, celery, onions, broccoli, tomatoes, dried beans, and peas
- Fruits such as lemons, oranges, cranberries, grapefruit and apples
Gastritis sufferers also need to avoid these kinds of beverages:
- Citrus juices like orange juice, tomato juice and lemonade
- Hot chocolate and cocoa
- Aerated drinks like soda pop
- Tea
- Coffee
- Alcohol
You likewise need to talk to your doctor before attempting any modifications to your diet.
Lifestyle Changes
Gastritis can be prevented or at least alleviated by incorporating certain simple lifestyle changes. The list below provides some helpful suggestions for preventing or dealing with gastritis:
- Eat and drink only the foods and beverages that you are sure have been stored and prepared under strict sanitary conditions to help minimize the chances of contamination and infection
- Shield yourself from H. pylori infections by washing your hands with water and soap regularly
- Avail of therapies and techniques that can help you cope better with stress. They can include acupuncture for stress, tai chi, deep breathing, yoga or meditation
- Consult with your doctor about the painkillers you take on a regular basis especially regarding their side effects
- If possible completely and permanently abstain from alcohol; if that’s not possible, then, at least limit your alcohol intake to one or two drinks a day
- Do not eat foods that could irritate or inflame your stomach lining. These can include acidic, fatty, fried and spicy foods as well as whole milk
- Take in smaller meals at frequent times during the day. This will help ease the digestive process
- Be sure to talk your physician or health care provider before using any new lifestyle or diet changes or any home remedies.
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