FOOD AND HEALTH WHAT TO EAT IF YOU HAVE A STOMACH ULCER

What to eat if you have a stomach ulcer

Stomach ulcers are open sores that develop within the lining of your stomach.

According to the American College of Gastroenterology, an organization of doctors who specialize in the digestive tract, there is no specific diet a person with ulcers needs to follow. Food choices don’t cause ulcers or make them worse.

Current diet recommendations are now based on research that certain foods may have ingredients that fight against the bacteria Helicobacter pylori, a main cause of ulcers.

 Stomach Ulcer Diet
Since H. pylori bacteria is now known to be an important cause of ulcer formation, scientists are exploring what foods may have a role in fighting against an infection.

In addition to taking the antibiotics and acid-blocking medications recommended by your doctor for your ulcer treatment, eating these foods may also be helpful against the ulcer-causing bacteria:
°cabbage
°apples
°blueberries
°raspberries
°blackberries
°strawberries
°cherries
°bell peppers
°carrots
°broccoli
°leafy greens, such as kale and spinach
°probiotic-rich foods, such as yogurt, °kefir, miso, sauerkraut.
°olive oil and other plant-based oils
°honey
°garlic
°decaffeinated green tea
°licorice
°turmeric

Why they help
If your stomach ulcer is caused by an H. pylori infection, foods that are rich in antioxidants may be beneficial. They could help protect and activate your immune system and help fight the infection. They may also help protect against stomach cancer.

Foods like blueberries, cherries, and bell peppers are packed with antioxidant power. Leafy greens such as kale and spinach contain calcium and B vitamins.

Broccoli contains sulforaphane, a compound that exhibits anti-H. pylori activity. Some research shows that the fatty acids contained in olive oil can also help treat an H. pylori infection.

Fermented probiotic foods have shown promise in clinical studies for ulcer treatment. These foods, such as miso, sauerkraut, and kimchi, may prevent reinfection.

Turmeric is currently being studied as a potential treatment for ulcers as well.

Garlic, decaffeinated green tea, and licorice round out the list of things you might want to incorporate in your diet.

Supplements may be beneficial
If your stomach ulcer is being treated with an antibiotic, consider taking a probiotic supplement as part of your diet plan. This can help reduce antibiotic-associated symptoms. It may also improve the effectiveness of the antibiotic.

Ask your doctor what probiotic would be best to take with your antibiotic medication. Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium, and Saccharomyces supplements have shown benefits in people with H. pylori ulcers.

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