HOME REMEDIES FOR GASTRITIS

Gastritis is an inflammation, irritation, or erosion of the stomach lining called gastric mucosa. The most common symptoms of the condition include nausea, vomiting and illness in the upper abdomen, right after having a meal. Heartburn,abdominal pain, loss of appetite, indigestion and bloating are other symptoms of gastritis.

Some reasons as to why people suffer from gastritis, there are four primary causes: infection of the stomach mucosa by the Helicobacter pylori bacteria, vitamin B12 deficiency, taking too many pain relievers or other anti-inflammatory drugs, and acidic and spicy foods and drinks.

Drinking too much of alcohol, old age  and people suffering from diseases and conditions like AIDS, Crohn’s disease and parasitic infections are at a higher risk of getting gastritis. Viral or fungal infections and stress can also be contributing factors.Mild cases of acute gastritis usually clear up within a few days. Plus, you can try simple home remedies along with lifestyle and diet modifications to prevent and control the problem.

Some ways to treat gastritis at home
1)  Yoghurt: Yoghurt is essential when you are suffering from gastritis. Yogurt containing active live culture is more beneficial in the case of this disease. It contains probiotics, which protect the stomach lining from the bacteria that causes gastritis. Your immune system also gets a boost.
 Eat 2 to 3 cups of plain probiotic yogurt daily until you get relief.
You can also try a yogurt, banana and honey smoothie. Drink it 2 or 3 times a day for quick recovery.

2)Carom seeds: Carom seeds are natural antacids and are effective for curing gastritis. They give relief to the mucous membrane of the stomach from acidity and hyper acidity. Nausea, indigestion and bloating are also treated. 
a)Mix together 1 teaspoon each of carom seeds and dried ginger with a little bit of black salt. Take 1 teaspoon of this mixture with a glass of warm water 3 times a day.
b)Another option is to add 1 teaspoon of carom seeds powder and ½ teaspoon of black salt to a glass of buttermilk. Drink it 2 times a day. 
c)You can also boil 2 cups of water with 4 teaspoons of carom seeds until the water reduces by half. Strain the mixture and drink ½ cup of it 2 times a day.
Try whichever suits you till the symptoms disappear.

3) Ginger: Ginger treats gastritis effectively because of its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. It reduces inflammation, treats infections and eases gas, stomach pain and nausea.
a) Add 1 teaspoon of freshly chopped ginger root to 1 cup of boiling water. Cover and steep for 10 minutes. Strain, add honey and sip this tea slowly. Drink it 2 or 3 times a day for about a week.
b)Alternatively, mix together ½ tablespoon each of ginger juice and honey. Take it before eating your meal 2 times daily for a week. 
c)You can even chew a small piece of fresh ginger root or take ginger capsules to treat gastritis.
Caution -Ginger may interfere with blood-thinning and high blood pressure medications.

4) Licorice: This Ayurvedic remedy for gastritis contains anti-inflammatory and soothing properties which help in reducing inflammation. Symptoms such as heartburn and indigestion are also treated. The stomach’s inner lining is protected from infection, thereby reducing the risk of ulcers. 
a) Add 1 teaspoon of licorice powder to a cup of hot water. Cover, steep for 10 minutes and strain it. Drink this tea 2 or 3 times a day for a week. 
If you are taking any other medicine, consult your doctor first.

5)Raw potato juice: Raw potato juice is considered to be an important remedy for gastritis because of its antacid and healing properties. The alkaline properties of potato help in reducing cramps, bloating, and other common symptoms of the condition.  
Peel 1 to 2 raw potatoes and grate them.
Put the grated potatoes on a strainer and press with a spoon to extract the juice.
Dilute 1/2 glass of potato juice with a little warm water.
Drink it 3 times a day, 30 minutes before each meal, for at least 1 to 2 weeks.

6) Holy Basil - Holy basil has also been found to be very effective for treating acute gastritis. Its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties help decrease inflammation and reduce infection caused by the H. pylori bacteria. It can help treat symptoms like stomach pain, indigestion, vomiting and nausea. 
Chew 4 to 5 leaves of holy basil slowly to treat stomach pain. Do this daily for at least a few weeks.
Another option is to mix 1 teaspoon each of basil juice and ginger juice and drink it 2 or 3 times a day for a week.
You can also drink basil tea with honey 3 times a day for a few weeks. To prepare basil tea steep 1 teaspoon of basil leaves in hot water for about 5 minutes and then strain it.

7) Fennel seeds( saunf) -As fennel seeds help soothe the digestive system and relax the muscles in the gastrointestinal tract, they are highly recommended for gastritis treatment. Due to their antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, fennel seeds are beneficial in relieving symptoms like indigestion, bloating, intestinal gas, heartburn and vomiting.
Add 1 teaspoon of fennel seeds to a cup of hot water. Cover and let it steep for 10 minutes. Strain and add a little honey. Drink it 3 times a day for a week.
Chew fennel seeds regularly after meals to relieve symptoms.


8) Chamomile: Chamomile tea works wonders in treating gastritis. It contains several essential oils, which are helpful for your digestive system. It also soothes the intestinal walls, giving relief from pain. Stomach inflammation also goes down.
Add 1 or 2 teaspoons of dried chamomile flowers to 1 cup of hot water.
Cover and allow it to steep for 5 to 10 minutes.
Strain, then add some honey.
Drink this tea several times daily for a week.
Caution: Do not boil this herb as its active compounds will be destroyed.

9) Strawberries: Strawberries are also beneficial in healing gastritis because of their antioxidant properties and phenolic compounds. They help in preventing the start of stomach lining inflammation. 
Add 1 tablespoon of dried strawberry leaves to a cup of hot water. Let it steep for 5 minutes, then strain. Drink it 2 or 3 times daily until the gastritis symptoms subside.
Eating few strawberries daily helps to get rid of gastritis problem.

10)Peppermint ( pudina): This herb is also efficient for gastritis treatment because of its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic and antibacterial properties. Its soothing properties reduce inflammation and also help with heartburn, indigestion and nausea.
Take standardized, enteric coated peppermint tablets. Usually, 1 tablet 2 or 3 times daily is recommended, but it is best to consult a doctor before taking it. Enteric coated tablets will help avoid heartburn.
You can also chew fresh peppermint leaves or add them to your soups, salads and smoothies.

Some more tips
For gastritis due to anemia, take supplemental chlorophyll after consulting your doctor. 

You can take supplements of vitamins B12, E and C to help your body heal quickly. 

Maintain a food diary to find out what triggers gastritis and try to cut back or eliminate those foods from your diet.

Quit smoking as well as reduce or eliminate alcohol intake.

Minimize stress through meditation or yoga as it can worsen the condition.
 
If you are taking any medicines, consult your doctor as certain medications can aggravate it.


Drink 2 cups of coconut water every day.

Cut back on red meat, red peppers, sour food, pickles, tea and coffee, sweets and aerated drinks as they may irritate the stomach lining. Avoid dairy products until the digestive system is healed.
 
Regularly drinking green tea may prevent chronic gastritis.
 
Eat your dinner at least 2 hours before going to bed.

Drink an ample amount of water throughout the day to keep many symptoms of gastritis at bay.

Eat slowly and make sure to chew thoroughly to facilitate proper digestion. Eat small meals at regular intervals to help reduce any excessive acid buildup in the stomach.
 
Avoid drinking water with meals as this can delay digestion.

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Some habits are worse than smoking !

When it comes to bad habits, we only think of smoking first and drinking next which are most harmful for health. But, there are others, which are equally dreadful, which leads to various problems, which has been often over-looked.

1. Loneliness
 Social media is supposed to promote inter-connectedness between people, but its growth has actually led to person-to-person contact declining. The former US Surgeon General,  has gone as far as to label loneliness a worldwide epidemic. In addition, a professor of psychology  discovered in her research that loneliness could reduce people’s lifespans by the equivalent of smoking 15 cigarettes per day.

 2. Sitting 

A study conducted in 2014 found that being sedentary all day long increased the risk of a raft of different cancers. The researchers included in their meta-analyses data from 4 million people which stated how often they sat to watch television, work, or commute. They discovered that the people’s risk for colon, endometrial and lung cancers went up significantly regardless of whether they exercised during the day.

3. Loss of sleep

Between 50 and 70 million people in the US have some form of sleep or wakefulness disorder. A professor at the World Health Organization noted that a lack of sleep increases the risk of strokes and heart attacks to similar degrees as regular cigarette use.

4. Tanning

 At first glance, tanning just seems like a controlled version of sunbathing outdoors, but both can potentially be even more dangerous than smoking.  In fact, a study published in 2014 found that tanning actually led to more cases of skin cancer than smoking did with lung cancer. This notion in itself makes tanning a major public health issue.

5. Poor diet 

 Sugary, processed foods that are high in saturated fats can expose people to fatal diseases at rates that are similar to, if not greater than, smoking. A 2016 study found that mortality risks from a poor diet were even higher than those posed by alcohol, drugs, unprotected sex, and tobacco combined!

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Eating walnuts may help ward of several diseases

Eating a diet rich in walnuts may help prevent several diseases prevalent such as cardiovascular disorders, cancer and diabetes, according to an international team of researchers.

The day-long Meeting discussed the role of walnuts in disease prevention and maintenance of healthy lifestyle in the country. Several research findings have shown positive outcomes of walnuts in health issues such as cardiovascular disease, cancer, diseases of ageing and diabetes.

According to a Dr. , metabolic syndrome combined with physical inactivity and under nutrition co-exists, as a double burden on health.

Obesity, hypertension, diabetes and coronary artery disease are like a rising inferno , particularly in urban areas and on the other side of the spectrum we have under nutrition, especially in children, she said.
 
“People should increase consumption of fruits and vegetables, legumes, whole grains and nuts in a daily diet,” said the Dr. “All nuts are rich source of monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFA) and walnuts in addition also contain high amounts of omega-3 fatty acid, making it heart healthy,” she said.

Researchers said that the incidence of dementia has seen an increase of over 10 per cent from its 2010 estimates of 3.7 million to 4.1 million. 

“Walnuts in the diet may improve cognitive function in normal individuals, and reduce the risk or delay the onset or progression of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and dementia in Alzheimer’s disease (AD),” said a researcher.

The event saw the presence of several international researchers who talked about their area of study on walnuts. “Walnuts are the only tree nut to contain a significant amount of the plant-based omega-3, alpha-linolenic acid, required by the human body,” said a Dr .

“A handful of walnuts also offers four gm of protein, two gm of fibre, and is a good source of magnesium,” said Chopra. “With a variety of nutrients and a flavour profile that pairs well with an array of seasonal foods, they are an ideal ingredient any time of the year,” he said.


These health benefits have been demonstrated through over 180 research papers published since early 1990’s when the commission actively began assessing the role of walnuts in diet and effect on chronic disease prevention.

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