Ulcers

Many duodenal and gastric ulcers appear to be caused by the Helicobacter pylori bacterium; medical treatment generally involves taking antibiotics to eradicate the bacteria. Other factors, however, including stress and diet, also play a role in the development of ulcers.

Avoid dietary irritants
Because an ulcer is basically an open wound in the stomach, protecting the lining of the stomach is important Avoid aspirin. ibuprofen, tobacco, coffee, and alcohol.They are all serious gastrointestinal irritants. But don't avoid spicy foods (unless they bother you). It's a myth that spicy foods cause ulcers-in fact, cayenne helps relieve inflammation and can stop the bleeding that may occur with ulcers,

Abstain from antacids
Don't take antacids for ulcers. They can cause the stomach to produce extra acid, a phenomenon known as rebound acid production. Don't drink milk, either, to soothe ulcer pain. Although milk initially has a mild antacid effect, it causes the stomach to produce extra acid.

Heal ulcers with liquorice
Liquorice root possesses antibacterial properties, increases the production of protective mucus in the stomach,
and helps ulcers heal more quickly. You can buy chewable tablets of deglycyrrhizinated liquorice (DGL), which has had the compound gtycyrrh zic acid removed because it can cause water retention and high blood pressure.Take two 380mg tablets three times a day. 20 minutes before meals. It may take up to three months for the full benefits of liquorice to take effect.

Practise managing your stress
Because emotional stress causes the stomach to secrete excessive mounts of acid, it is important to learn to manage it and to alleviate tension.To help you do this, practise some deep breathing exercises, yoga tai chi, or another form of relaxation therapy daily.