Introduction to Stomach Ulcers:
Stomach ulcers are the open sore that develops on the lining of the stomach. A stomach ulcer or gastric ulcer can occur in part of the intestine, just beyond the stomach called a duodenal ulcer. To get rid of this, Ayurvedic treatment and Ayurvedic medicine online can be taken.
Ayurvedic Treatment for Stomach Ulcer:
Stomach ulcers are a type of peptic ulcer disease. Peptic ulcers are 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 get away at the tissues that line the stomach causing an ulcer.
Stomach ulcer is treatable easily if diagnosed early, but can become severe without treatment.
Ayurvedic treatment for Stomach ulcers is planned depending upon the dosha dominant in a specific individual.
- Langhana – fasting
- Vamana
- Virechana
- Vasti
Ayurveda treatment aims basically to improve agni, balancing of doshas, and treating, and healing ulcers. Ayurveda treatment for Stomach ulcers is mainly based on Aahara, vihara, and Nidanaparivarjan (Avoiding causative factors).
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What are the Ayurveda remedies, Ahara (diet) to be followed to treat stomach ulcers?
- Food at the proper time, as appetite, indicates alarm for the release of acids and needs food at a specific time, so having food at a proper interval is very important.
- Fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables are taken daily, as they are rich in flavonoids and help heal ulcers like apples, papaya, pomegranate, and berries.
- Foods rich in probiotics like buttermilk, yoghurt, and custard apples are natural sources of probiotics, as probiotics are living microorganisms that restore the gut microbiota that keeps your digestive system healthy.
- Coconut water is a naturally available drink, that helps to heal ulcers and also kills the bacteria that cause ulcers due to its anti-bacterial qualities. Also using coconut oil for cooking is very beneficial.
- Yashti madhu churna helps to treat ulcers.
- Jeera and coriander seeds boiled in 1 cup of water and filtered, having this tea daily heals ulcers.
- Always have a fiber-rich diet like seasonal fruits and vegetables.
- Honey, pure honey has an enzyme called glucose oxidase. Honey helps to heal and also prevents stomach ulcers.
What are the Aahara and vihaara to be avoided to prevent and treat stomach ulcers?
Non-vegetarian foods that are rich in fat-
- Spicy, fried, oily heavy to digest food
- Citrus food
- Tea, coffee, and beverages
- Alcohol intake
- Smoking
- Skipping food
- Overeating
- Lack of activities
Important Ayurveda Herbs Used to Treat Stomach Ulcers:
- Haridra (Turmeric): Turmeric contains curcumin, a compound known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It may help in reducing inflammation and promoting healing in the digestive tract.
- Amalaki: Also known as Indian gooseberry or amla, Amalaki is rich in vitamin C and has antioxidant properties. It is believed to support the digestive system and may help in healing stomach ulcers.
- Katuki: Katuki is known for its bitter taste and is believed to have anti-inflammatory properties. It is traditionally used in Ayurveda to support liver health and improve digestion.
- Kumari: Kumari, or Aloe Vera, is known for its soothing properties. It may help in reducing inflammation and promoting the healing of stomach ulcers. Aloe Vera gel is often used in Ayurvedic formulations for digestive issues.
- Yashti Madhu: Yashti madhu, or licorice root, is known for its demulcent and anti-inflammatory properties. It may help in soothing the stomach lining and reducing irritation.
- Adrak: Adrak, or ginger, is known for its digestive properties. It may help reduce inflammation, improve digestion, and relieve stomach discomfort.
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What are the Causes of Stomach Ulcers?
Common causes are usually caused by Helicobacter pylori (H.pylori) bacteria.
- Long-term usage of NSAIDs (Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) such as ibuprofen, aspirin, and naproxen.
- A rare condition called Zollinger-Ellison syndrome causes stomach and intestinal ulcers by increasing the body’s production of acid.
- Spicy, acidic food
- Coffee, alcohol
Ayurveda explains stomach ulcer is caused by to imbalance in tridoshas, also symptoms varies upon the dominant doshas varies from individual to individual. Pitta plays a very important role. Ayurveda explains ulcers as Annadravashool, which means pain due to indigestion of unhealthy food, that affects the metabolism by disturbing agni. Also, some ulcers are called parinama shoola, pain occurs due to parinama that is during the digestion of the food.
Role of Yoga to Treat and Heal Stomach Ulcers:
Yoga-specific asanas help to improve agni Bala and balance vitiated dosha, improving the mental and physical health of the individual.
Asanas Help to Treat Stomach Ulcers are-
- Mandukasana (Frog Pose): This asana involves sitting on the knees and bending forward, which may help stimulate abdominal organs and promote digestion.
- Vajrasana (Thunderbolt Pose): This sitting pose is known for improving digestion by increasing blood flow to the abdominal area and helping relieve stomach discomfort.
- Ushtrasana (Camel Pose): Ushtrasana involves bending backward in a kneeling position, which may help in stretching and strengthening the abdominal muscles and improving digestion.
- Naukasana (Boat Pose): This asana involves balancing on the buttocks with legs raised, potentially aiding in strengthening abdominal muscles and improving digestion.
- Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose): Bhujangasana is a backbend that may help in strengthening the abdominal muscles and improving overall digestion.
Shitali and sheetakari pranayama are cooling pranayamas that help to reduce the burning sensation of the abdomen, and pain, relieve stress, and heal stomach ulcers. So, diet, Ayurveda treatment for stomach ulcers, and yoga help to treat and prevent the condition.
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