How to Cure Peptic Ulcers Naturally
April 1, 2009
Peptic ulcer means an eroded lesion in the inner lining of the stomach and the adjacent intestinal tract (the duodenum). Generally the ulcer situated in the stomach is known as a gastric ulcer, and that located in the duodenum is called a duodenal ulcer.
Symptoms
Peptic ulcers cause sharp and severe pain and discomfort in the upper part of the stomach. As the disease develops, there is distension of the stomach due to too much flatulence, mental tension, insomnia, and gradual weakening of the body. Blood may also be noticed in the stool.
Causes
The most common cause of peptic ulcers is hyper-acidity. Hydrochloric acid, secreted by the cells lining the stomach, corrodes the inner lining of the stomach. Dietetic indiscretion such as overeating, taking of heavy meals or highly spiced foods, coffee, alcohol, and smoking are the main factors contributing to this situation. Food poisoning, certain infections, gout, emotional disturbances, anxiety, and nervous stress are other minor causes.
Remedies
Banana
Banana coat the lining of the stomach and neutralizes the over-acidity of the gastric juices and decreases the irritation of the ulcer. Patients who are in a higher state of the disease should take a diet consisting only of two bananas with a glass of milk, three to four times in a day.
Cabbage
The juice taken out from raw cabbage is also a valuable medicine for a peptic ulcer. However, as this juice is very strong, it must be taken in combination with carrot juice. The juice of cabbage is prepared by boiling 250gms of cabbage in 500ml of water till the water is reduced to half. Cool the juice to room temperature.
Almond milk
Almond milk is a good cure pore peptic ulcer. Make a drink of 250ml of chilled milk and 20 almonds, soaked and peeled overnight. This drink binds the excess of acid in the stomach and supplies high value protein.
Lime
Lime juice is an effective cure during peptic ulcers, although the fruit itself is acidic. The citric acid in this fruit, jointly with the mineral salts present in the juice, help in digestion.
Apart from the following remedies, one got to take a regular massage and practice deep breathing exercises daily. Above all, the patient must try to rid himself of worries and stay happy. He should also cultivate promptness in his habits- be it work, exercise, or rest.
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