Control Ulcer with Good Nutrition Habit

Overview

Stomach ulcers are open sores that develop within the lining of your stomach. According to the Indian Medical College of Gastroenterology, an organization of doctors who specialize in the digestive tract, there is no specific diet a person with ulcers needs to follow. Food choices don’t cause ulcers or make them worse.

What is a stomach ulcer?

• Stomach ulcers, which are also known as gastric ulcers, are painful sores in the stomach lining. Stomach ulcers are a type of peptic ulcer disease. Peptic ulcers are any ulcers that affect both the stomach and small intestines.
• Stomach ulcers occur when the thick layer of mucus that protects your stomach from digestive juices is reduced. This allows the digestive acids to eat away at the tissues that line the stomach, causing an ulcer.
• Stomach ulcers may be easily cured, but they can become severe without proper Nutrition.

Dietary Fiber & Vitamin A

Research shows that a high fiber diet decreases the risk of developing ulcer disease. Although both insoluble and soluble fibers demonstrate this association, there is a stronger association between diets high in soluble fiber and a decreased risk for developing ulcers.

Foods that are high in soluble fiber include oats, psyllium husk, legumes, flax seeds, barley, nuts, and certain vegetables and fruits, such as oranges, apples, and carrots.

Coffee and Alcohol

Both caffeinated and decaffeinated coffee can increase acid production and exacerbate symptoms in individuals with ulcer disease. Alcoholic beverages can erode the protective mucosal lining along the gastrointestinal tract and lead to further inflammation and bleeding. To minimize symptoms, individuals with ulcer disease should avoid or limit both coffee and alcohol.

Nutritional diet

It was thought that diet could cause ulcers. We know now this isn’t true. We also know that while the foods you eat won’t cause or cure a stomach ulcer, eating a healthful diet can benefit your intestinal tract and overall health. In general, it’s a good idea to eat a diet with lots of fruits, vegetables, and fiber.

That said, it’s possible that some foods play a role in eliminating H. pylori. Foods that may help fight off H. pylori or boost the body’s own healthy bacteria include:

Nutrition and its recommendations define aspects of a healthy diet, and the need to establish nutritional benchmarks is long recognized as a way to promote health and prevent and treat diseases. Accordingly, dietotherapy has played a key role in the prevention and treatment of Peptic ulcer, with the main purpose of recovering and protecting the gastrointestinal lining, improving digestion, relieving pain, and contributing to a satisfactory nutritional status

What to eat if you have a stomach ulcer

Since H. pylori bacteria is now known to be an important cause of ulcer formation, scientists are exploring what foods may have a role in fighting against an infection.

In addition to taking the antibiotics and acid-blocking medications recommended by your doctor for your ulcer treatment, eating these foods may also be helpful against the ulcer-causing bacteria:

• cauliflower
• cabbage
• radishes
• apples
• blueberries
• raspberries
• blackberries
• strawberries
• cherries
• bell peppers
• carrots
• broccoli
• leafy greens, such as kale and spinach
• probiotic-rich foods, such as yogurt, kefir, miso, sauerkraut, kombucha, and kimchi
• olive oil and other plant-based oils
• honey
• garlic
• decaffeinated green tea
• licorice
• turmeric

Mouth Ulcer

Mouth ulcers or stomatitis are red boils which grow inside the mouth. These small erosions in the lining of the oral cavity or the tongue are harmless but really painful. Mouth ulcers or stomatitis can caused due to allergy to a toothpaste, stress, poor digestion, vitamin B and folic acid deficiency, spicy food, smoking or alcohol to name a few. By eating the right food, you can cure as well as prevent the chances of getting mouth ulcers.

5 foods to cure mouth ulcers

1. Vitamin B: Deficiency of this vitamin can lead to mouth ulcers, anemia, fatigue, mania, and depression. Include vitamin B rich foods such as oysters, fish eggs, soy milk, meat, eggs and rice milk to cure mouth ulcers. Iron rich foods: Iron not only cures mouth ulcer but also strengthens bones and muscles.
2. To stay fit and healthy, always have iron rich foods such as spinach, beef, oysters, chicken liver, turkey, ham, sesame, cereals, pumpkin, potato, broccoli, wheat gram and eggs. Folic acid: As mouth ulcers or stomatitis are recurring, you prevent them by including folic acid in your diet.
3. Dark green vegetables such as spinach, collard greens, asparagus, lettuce, green peas and turnip greens are rich in folic acid. Also include beans, papaya, pineapple, banana and grapefruit in yor diet to cure mouth ulcers. Coconut water: This is not a food but has a great healing effect.
4. To cure mouth ulcers easily, drink plenty of coconut water. Coconut water soothes stomatitis inflammation and also prevents the mouth ulcer from recurring.
5. Fruits: Citrus fruits, pineapple and bananas are healthy foods to cure mouth ulcers. These fruits help as they improve digestion, are anti-inflammatory and rich in vitamin C. When you have mouth ulcers or stomatitis, have these foods to cure them. These foods have other health benefits so include them in your diet.

Avoid foods and drinks that make mouth sores worse.

• Avoid citrus fruits and juices, salty or spicy foods, and acidic foods like tomatoes.
• Do not drink carbonated or caffeinated drinks.
• Refrain from having beer, wine, liquor, or any other type of alcohol.

Avoid very hot foods.

• Hot foods can cause mouth and throat discomfort.
• Choose room temperature or cold foods that are soothing.
• Allow soups and hot foods to cool to room temperature before serving.
• Try freezing fruits, and suck on frozen fruit pops, fruit ices, or ice chips.

Choose foods that are good sources of protein to combat weight loss.

• Aim to have a good source of protein with meals and snacks.
• Ground meats, eggs, cottage cheese, yogurt, custard, beans, lentils, and smoothies are good soft food choices that also provide protein.
• Eat small, frequent meals. You may find it easier to eat smaller amounts at a time.

Use good mouth care.

• Rinse your mouth several times a day. Mix one quart water and one tablespoon baking soda to make a rinse that removes food and promotes healing.
• Do not use a mouthwash that has alcohol. Alcohol makes a sore mouth worse.
• Use a toothbrush with soft bristles.
• Remove dentures (except during eating) if your gums are sore. Keep dentures clean.
• Avoid cigarettes, cigars, and tobacco products.
• Ask your doctor about special mouthwashes and sprays that can numb the mouth and throat.
• Tell your doctor if your gums are bleeding or if you have white patches in your mouth. Both can be signs of infection.

METHOD

Review of the knowledge available in the scientific literature about nutritional therapy of peptic ulcer, without restrictions of date, based on Scielo, PubMed, Medline, ISI, and Scopus databases. Was also included data from national and international health committees. For the search in databases, were used the following descriptors: dietotherapy, nutrition, peptic ulcer, Helicobacter pylori, pepper, iron, protein, antioxidants, bio availability of nutrients, food fibers, zinc, probiotics, vitamin C and E.

Foods to limit when you have acid reflux and an ulcer

Some people who have an ulcer also have acid reflux. In some people, certain foods can relax the lower part of the esophagus, known as the lower esophageal sphincter or LES. A relaxed LES makes it easier for acid to back up into the esophagus and cause heartburn, indigestion, and pain.

Foods that may make acid reflux worse include:

• coffee
• chocolate
• spicy food
• alcohol
• acidic foods, such as citrus and tomatoes
• caffeine

Overeating and eating within two to three hours before bed may also worsen reflux symptoms.

Results

Dietotherapy, as well as caloric distribution, should be adjusted to the patient's needs aiming to normalize the nutritional status and promote healing. Recommended nutrients can be different in the acute phase and in the recovery phase, and there is a greater need of protein and some micronutrients, such as vitamin A, zinc, selenium, and vitamin C in the recovery phase. In addition, some studies have shown that vitamin C has a beneficial effect in eradication of H. pylori. Fibers and probiotics also play a important role in the treatment of peptic ulcer, because they reduce the side effects of antibiotics and help reduce treatment time.

 Conclusion

A balanced diet is vital in the treatment of peptic ulcer, once food can prevent, treat or even alleviate the symptoms involving this pathology. However, there are few papers that innovate dietotherapy; so additional studies addressing more specifically the dietotherapy for treatment of peptic ulcer are necessary.

Keywords: Nutrition, Dietotherapy, Helicobacter pylori, Nutritional therapy, treatment

If you suffer from peptic ulcer disease, then aim to have a diet high in fibre and rich in vegetables, fruits, and whole grains. Try for a minimum of seven servings of vegetables and fruits each day, and a minimum of five servings of whole grains. Choose foods that are a good source of soluble fibre, vitamin A, and flavonoids.

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