Gastritis Its Symptoms and Treatments

Gastritis is the inflammation of the lining of the stomach. It is the most common form of stomach upset. Gastric ulcer is a wound in the stomach walls or in the small intestine.

Symptoms of Gastritis:

• Dyspepsia (bad digestion)
• Vomiting
• Bloating
• Diarrhea
• Pain in the pit of the stomach.
• Pain if alcohol or hot peppers are ingested, the pain will increase 2 or 3 hours later.

In case of severe ulcers an acidic vomiting or bleeding can occur. The excrement may be black in color from the blood in it.

Causes of Gastritis:

• Bacterial infection.
• Excessive intake of alcohol, coffee, fried food and spicy food.
• Too much stress.
• Overuse of drugs (including aspirin).
• Ingestion of poison or corrosive chemicals.

Gastritis is sometimes associated with some infectious diseases like; Tuberculosis, syphilis, influenza and measles.

Recommended Treatments:

• Eat the following food; Milk, Cream, Cheese, Oatmeal, Bananas, Boiled potatoes, Hard Boiled eggs, Steamed vegetables, Oat bran
• Vitamins A, E and C
• B complex, B5, B6 and B12
• Iron
• Licorice has been proven to be very effective in the treatment of gastritis and stomach and duodenal ulcers.
• Eat low fat diet.
• Bee Propolis - natural antibiotic, kills bacteria and virus. Strengthens immune system
• Beta-carotene - powerful antioxidant, repairs and maintains body tissue.
• Alfalfa - has high alkaline and fiber content.

Warning: If the excrement is bloody it can be dangerous. Consult your doctors.