Stomach ulcers are painful sores that develop in the lining of the stomach. Typically, they cause bloating, belching, heartburn, nausea, intolerance to fatty foods, and stomach pain, especially when the stomach is empty. Also known as peptic ulcers, gastric ulcers, or duodenal ulcers, they are commonly caused by an infection caused by the Helicobacter pylori bacteria. Other common causes include stress, smoking, excess alcohol consumption, and the overuse of anti-inflammatory medications, such as aspirin and ibuprofen.
There are known natural remedies that can help soothe pain and discomfort associated with stomach ulcers. Garlic is considered as one of the effective ways that we can try to manage the condition.
One of the world’s most effective and universal natural remedies, garlic can help prevent and heal stomach ulcers. It possesses antimicrobial and antibacterial properties, which is helpful in fighting infections.
In a lab of animal and human trials, the extract from garlic has been found to inhibit H. pylori growth, which is one of the most common causes of ulcers.
Furthermore, in a study, results showed that eating two cloves of raw garlic per day for three days helped significantly reduce bacterial activity in the stomach lining of patients suffering from H. Pylori infection.
How To Consume Garlic
Eat two cloves of raw garlic every day to control levels of the H. pylori bacteria in the gut.
Chop up fresh garlic and add two tablespoons of raw, unprocessed honey which has antibacterial powers will double-team those nasty bad guys in our gut.
Note:
There are certain foods we need to avoid as they can increase the likelihood of developing ulcers and delay their healing. These foods include milk, alcohol, coffee, soft drinks, spicy and fatty foods. Also, we need to consume small meals at regular times, snack throughout the day, eat slowly, and chew our food well in order to reduce pain and promote healing.
Other Medicinal Uses Of Garlic
- Has active compounds that can help reduce blood pressure
- May lower the risk of heart diseases
- May help detoxify heavy metals in the body
- May improve bone health
- Can combat sickness, including the common cold
- Contains antioxidants that may help prevent Alzheimer’s disease and dementia