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Peptic Ulcer
Overview
A peptic ulcer is an area of erosion in the mucous membranes of the stomach or duodenum, the upper portion of the intestine, directly below the stomach. Ulcers are in part caused (and can be worsened) by the corrosive action of the gastric acids. Gastric juices are part hydrochloric acid and part pepsin, an enzyme that helps break down of food. The walls of the stomach secrete a mucus substance to protect the linings from the corrosive action of the stomach acid. However if there is too much acid or not enough mucus coating on the walls of the stomach, a peptic ulcer may develop. External substances can also irritate the linings of the stomach, especially like tobacco, alcohol, and some drugs.
Featured Remedy
Peptic Ulcer The most effective home remedy for treating peptic ulcers is to eat bananas everyday. It is an excellent way to neutralize the hyperacidity of the gastric juices. Banana milk shake is also beneficial in curing peptic ulcer.
Ingredients
Peptic Ulcer
Bananas
Precautions
Peptic Ulcer
Patient suffering from peptic ulcer should never eat junk, oily and unhealthy foods. Drink plenty of water, milk, etc., so that they will keep the body temperature low and also control the acidity. However, do not add sugar to the milk.
Eat easy to digest meals and keep a fixed schedule of meal times.
Do not eat spicy foods, sour foods and hot foods that may irritate your stomach.
Old basmati rice is advised for patients suffering from peptic ulcers.
Eat fruits such as oranges, raspberries, plums and melons.
Include vegetables like broccoli, asparagus, lettuce and alfalfa sprouts in your diet.
Live a stress free life and follow a healthy food habit.
Other Remedies
Peptic Ulcer
Lime juice contains citric acid and mineral salt which helps smooth operation of digestive system. It proves beneficial for peptic ulcer patients.
A decoction made of boiled water and cabbage leaf works wonderfully against the ailment of peptic ulcer. A cup of yogurt mixed with a cup of drumstick paste helps to cure the ailment of peptic ulcer naturally. You need to consume the mixture [one cup in amount] 3-4 times in a day.
Consumption of one cup of cold milk helps to soothe the burning pain of peptic ulcer which often makes the affected patient weak and depressed. This is one of the easiest and manageable home remedies of peptic ulcer. However, those with lactose intolerance should not try this remedy.
A mixed juice need to be formed by mixing ½ cup carrot juice and ½ cup cabbage juice. This juice need to be consumed at least twice per day to control the problem of peptic ulcer. This is one of the age old home remedies of peptic ulcer.
All advice is intended to be for informational purposes only, and not a substitute for professional or medical advice and/or diagnosis/treatment. DesiDieter does not provide medical advice and is not a substitute for professional medical advice from a qualified healthcare provider.
