Health Treats - Peptic Ulcer and The ways to combat it

Peptic Ulcer and The ways to combat it

Most of the digestive tract is protected by a mucous membrane. Any factor that causes erosion or wearing away of this covering can cause an ulcer to be formed at that spot. During the process of digestion, various gastric juices are produced and if these are secreted in excess or if they come in direct contact with a part of the digestive tract, which is worn out than an ulcer can be formed.

The most common symptom of an ulcer is upper abdominal pain just before mealtime as the digestive tract is empty of food and the digestive juices may hurt the ulcer directly. The most important treatment is to see that you eat frequently. Do not let there be long gaps when the stomach is empty and drink plenty of water.

Chilies and spicy food increase acid secretion in the stomach so they must be avoided or reduced t a minimum. Cigarette smoking damages the mucous lining and can cause increased acid secretion and also inflammation of the ulcer. Tobacco chewing causes the wearing out of the mucous covering and should be stopped.

Frequent consumption of coffee and tea can cause ulcers and must be avoided or restricted to only two cups a day. Alcohol also can cause and aggravate ulcers, so it is recommended that one stop drinking if the ulcer is chronic.

Prolonged use of steroid drugs as well as painkillers on a daily basis can cause ulcers by damaging the mucous lining. Finally, mental tension or not being able to 'let off steam', brooding and frustration and inner resentment regarding family matters, relationships and workplace problems can be the basis for ulcer formation.

However, peptic ulcers has been seen to be one of the conditions that best responds to diet modifications.

Regular meals and snacks are the best treatment. Breakfast, lunch and dinner timings must not vary widely. (Working people must be careful). Between these three meals there should be a midmorning snack, evening snack and milk at bedtime.

Milk has been seen to have the most soothing effect in treating peptic ulcer so it should be had with breakfast, in the evening or as milky tea and at bedtime too. A coupe of biscuits or a fruit may be eaten during mid morning and at tea time, biscuits or a toast may be eaten.

Almost all other foods may be permitted in moderation except chilies, spicy food and sour food, specially unripe citrus fruits.

A little oil and ghee may be used while cooking, but fried food must b avoided as it is difficult to digest.

Rich meat dishes and meat soups also are best avoided.

Finally plenty of water (2-3 litres) at least must be consumed throughout he day to keep the acid levels in the digestive tract low.

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