Gastritis |
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Symptoms of Gastritis
The most common
symptom of gastritis is pain or discomfort
in the upper central portion of the
abdomen. Individuals who are suffering
from gastritis typically use the terms
burning, sharp, stabbing, aching, or
gnawing to describe their pain. Patients
also complain of belching, bloating,
flatulence, nausea, vomiting, fever,
lethargy, or a feeling of fullness or
burning in the upper abdomen. Some of
the other serious symptoms that may
be associated with gastritis are palpitations,
chest pain, stomach pain, breathlessness,
and passing blood in stool. If any of
these symptoms are observed, it is important
to have a professional examination and
to receive treatment immediately.
Natural Cures
Vitamins
Deficiency
of vitamin B12 is believed to make an
individual susceptible to pernicious
anemia and H. pylori infection. Vitamin
B12 supplements may be used to treat
gastritis that is caused by H. pylori
infection. Good dietary sources of vitamin
B12 include fish, dairy products, organ
meats (particularly liver and kidney),
egg, beef, and pork. Vitamins A and
C are also believed to have healing
effects on the inflamed stomach lining.
Coconut water
Tender
coconut water is a natural isotonic
beverage. It is compared to blood plasma
because it is sterile, pyrogen-free,
and does not destroy blood cells. It
is used extensively to treat both acute
and chronic gastritis and to heal gastric
ulcers. Consume approximately 200 milliliters
of fresh coconut water twice each day
to treat gastritis
Herbal remedies
Several herbs can help to alleviate
the symptoms that are associated with
gastritis such as nausea, indigestion,
bloating, and general abdominal discomfort.
Here are a few suggestions:
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Chamomile
can be used to treat nausea, vomiting,
heartburn, and excess intestinal
gas. Chamomile tea can be prepared
by infusing dried or fresh herbs
in boiling water and it should be
consumed two to three times each
day to obtain relief. |
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Ginger is renowned
for its use as a digestive aid.
It also has an anti-inflammatory
quality, which makes it especially
beneficial in treating gastritis.
Infuse one small chunk of grated
ginger root in boiling water, let
it steep for a few minutes and mix
in one half of a teaspoon of lemon
juice and a little bit of honey.
Sip slowly. |
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Use carminative
herbs and spices such as fennel,
dill, aniseed, lemon balm, basil,
cinnamon, and coriander to provide
relief from gastritis. These herbs
and spices may also be used liberally
while cooking each day.
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