Natural Treatment of the Symptoms of Helicobacter Pylori
Helicobacter pylori is a bacteria that causes chronic gastritis (inflammation of the stomach lining) among people. Helicobacter pylori is the main cause of stomach and duodenal ulcers. According to statistics, 90% of people with stomach ulcer test positive for Helicobacter pylori.
Characteristics of Helicobacter pylori This gram-positive spiral bacteria discovered by Warren and Marshall in 1984. They found the bacteria in the stomach of a man suffering from peptic ulcer. This bacteria has very specific characteristics. The name of the bacteria was given according to its spiral shape (helico – spiral). These bacteria are attracted to the acid surrounding in the stomach. They settle …show more content…
It is believed that the first contact with the bacteria is during childhood, and gastritis and stomach ulcers later in life are evidence of the long presence of the bacteria in the stomach. The bacteria are transferred through food, water and eating sets. The infection with Helicobacter pylori is common in undeveloped countries, where the living and hygiene standards are low. 90% of the people of these countries may be positive for Helicobacter pylori. These people may transfer the bacterium to others through saliva and other bodily fluids. Helicobacter pylori survives perfectly in water and milk without preservatives. Dirty hands, unsanitary handling of food may be the prime reasons for transfer of the bacteria. The infection may not be transferred from mother to child through breastfeeding. The antibodies protect the child from Helicobacter pylori.
Symptoms of Helicobacter pylori infection Most people with Helicobacter pylori have no or only mild symptoms. Sometimes, the symptoms may disappear by itself. In other cases, the symptoms may be alarming and urgent. The most common symptoms of Helicobacter pylori are:
• Sickness
• Vomiting
• …show more content…
Pour 300 millilitres of hot water over the mixture. Leave it to rest for a few hours. Strain it, heat it again and drink it slowly. Drink it for a month and then make a pause.
• Mastic – the resin from this evergreen shrub is used for the treatment of gastritis and stomach ulcer. The shrub can be found in the Mediterranean region. It is also used in the treatment of Helicobacter pylori since it has antibiotic powers and stops the further spreading and growth of the bacteria. In certain countries this plant is used for making an alcoholic beverage.
• St. John’s wort – it has an anti-inflammatory effect on the stomach ulcer and reduces the cramps and pain. It is also effective against Helicobacter pylori since it has antibacterial properties. It is used only in combination with other herbs such as sage, thyme etc.
• Herb mixture against Helicobacter pylori – mix 30 grams lemon balm, 30 grams malva sylvestris flower, 20 grams mint, 20 grams German chamomile, yarrow and English marigold. Pour 2 decilitres of hot water, leave it to rest for 30 minutes, strain it and drink small sips three times a
Helicobacter pylori is a bacteria that causes chronic gastritis (inflammation of the stomach lining) among people. Helicobacter pylori is the main cause of stomach and duodenal ulcers. According to statistics, 90% of people with stomach ulcer test positive for Helicobacter pylori.
Characteristics of Helicobacter pylori This gram-positive spiral bacteria discovered by Warren and Marshall in 1984. They found the bacteria in the stomach of a man suffering from peptic ulcer. This bacteria has very specific characteristics. The name of the bacteria was given according to its spiral shape (helico – spiral). These bacteria are attracted to the acid surrounding in the stomach. They settle …show more content…
It is believed that the first contact with the bacteria is during childhood, and gastritis and stomach ulcers later in life are evidence of the long presence of the bacteria in the stomach. The bacteria are transferred through food, water and eating sets. The infection with Helicobacter pylori is common in undeveloped countries, where the living and hygiene standards are low. 90% of the people of these countries may be positive for Helicobacter pylori. These people may transfer the bacterium to others through saliva and other bodily fluids. Helicobacter pylori survives perfectly in water and milk without preservatives. Dirty hands, unsanitary handling of food may be the prime reasons for transfer of the bacteria. The infection may not be transferred from mother to child through breastfeeding. The antibodies protect the child from Helicobacter pylori.
Symptoms of Helicobacter pylori infection Most people with Helicobacter pylori have no or only mild symptoms. Sometimes, the symptoms may disappear by itself. In other cases, the symptoms may be alarming and urgent. The most common symptoms of Helicobacter pylori are:
• Sickness
• Vomiting
• …show more content…
Pour 300 millilitres of hot water over the mixture. Leave it to rest for a few hours. Strain it, heat it again and drink it slowly. Drink it for a month and then make a pause.
• Mastic – the resin from this evergreen shrub is used for the treatment of gastritis and stomach ulcer. The shrub can be found in the Mediterranean region. It is also used in the treatment of Helicobacter pylori since it has antibiotic powers and stops the further spreading and growth of the bacteria. In certain countries this plant is used for making an alcoholic beverage.
• St. John’s wort – it has an anti-inflammatory effect on the stomach ulcer and reduces the cramps and pain. It is also effective against Helicobacter pylori since it has antibacterial properties. It is used only in combination with other herbs such as sage, thyme etc.
• Herb mixture against Helicobacter pylori – mix 30 grams lemon balm, 30 grams malva sylvestris flower, 20 grams mint, 20 grams German chamomile, yarrow and English marigold. Pour 2 decilitres of hot water, leave it to rest for 30 minutes, strain it and drink small sips three times a