Peptic Ulcer

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Causes of Peptic Ulcer

* Increase of hydrochloric acid in the stomach leads to hyper acidity that may damage the lining of the stomach and duodenum causing irritation of the stomach wall and ulcer eventually.

* Taking heavy meals, overeating, intake of highly spiced foods, alcohol, smoking and tea are the main factors.

* Nervous tension, emotional stress, infection, food poisoning and certain drugs like aspirin are also responsible.

Natural Treatment of Peptic Ulcer

* Bananas are most effective against peptic ulcer. It coats the lining of the stomach, reduces irritation and neutralizes hyper acidity. Banana and milk-diet are beneficial for patients in advanced stages.

* Raw goats milk helps heal peptic ulcer.

* Almond milk made from blanched almonds binds excess acid in the stomach and supplies high quality protein.

* Cabbage is a useful home remedy. Boil cabbage in water, allow it to cool and take it twice daily.

* Leaves of drumstick help heal ulcers. The leaves are ground into a paste, mixed with yogurt and consumed daily.

* Raw cabbage and carrot juices have shown excellent results. Carrot juice maybe taken in combination with cucumber, spinach or beet.

* Drink at least 8-10 glasses of water a day.

* Bathe twice daily with cold water. Alternate hot and cold hip baths for 10-15 minutes and a mud pack over the lower abdomen for half an hour daily helps the ulcers heal. Hot packs should be placed on abdomen to relieve abdomen and stomach pain.

* The patient should eat small meals comprising of natural foods and take it in dry form. Do not eat if your mouth is dry or you are not hungry.

* Avoid too hot and too cold foods and drinks.

* Deep breathing exercises, yoga and daily massages help a lot.

* Cultivate regularity in habits whether its rest, exercise or work.