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Some ingredients in natural foods, such as yogurt and honey, can help relieve symptoms related to stomach ulcers. However, generally it still needs to be accompanied by medical treatment, especially if the symptoms have been going on for days.
There are various causes of stomach ulcers, one of which is excess stomach acid production which triggers irritation and inflammation on the surface of the stomach. Apart from that, Helicobacter pylori (H.pylori) bacterial infection and long-term use of certain drugs can also be triggers.
One of the symptoms that appears is a burning sensation in the stomach. It usually lasts several minutes or even hours. Then, you can stop after taking antacids or stopping food intake.
This pain may appear in the middle of the night or while eating and may come and go within a few weeks.
Quoted from Medical News Todaysymptoms such as pain due to stomach ulcers can be reduced by consuming the following foods.
1. Yogurt
Maybe many people avoid yogurt because they are afraid that the sour taste will make things worse. In fact, yogurt contains probiotics, namely living organisms that help restore the balance of bacteria in the digestive tract.
According to research, probiotics can reduce the number of causative bacteria, speed up the healing process, and reduce symptoms of stomach pain.
2. Colorful fruit
Many fruits contain compounds called flavonoids, which are polyphenols. Flavonoids are what give color to fruits such as apples, blueberries, cherries, lemons and oranges.
According to research, polyphenols can help treat stomach ulcers. This substance can also help with various other digestive problems, such as diarrhea.
Meanwhile, flavonoids protect the stomach lining from infection by increasing stomach mucus thereby inhibiting the growth of H. pylori (the bacteria that causes stomach ulcers). This substance also has antioxidant properties.
3. Honey
Honey is a popular natural sweetener. People who consume honey regularly can enjoy various health benefits.
A number of studies show that honey has an antimicrobial effect against H. pylori, so it can be useful for treating stomach ulcers.
4. Turmeric
This spice contains a compound called curcumin. A study concluded that curcumin has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity that can help prevent stomach ulcers when combined with medical treatment against H. pylori.
5. Garlic
Garlic is popular as a spice that adds flavor to food. Garlic has antimicrobial and antibacterial properties that help fight infections in the body.
Many studies have tested the effectiveness of garlic for health. A 2016 study showed that garlic can help prevent the growth of H. pylori. However, further research is still needed to understand whether garlic can prevent stomach ulcers.
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2023-11-11 08:05:00
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