Gastritis is a condition associated with the digestion of foods high in protein, and is characterised by the inflammation of the stomach lining.
Gastritis is defined as "Gastric Mucosa", a pre-ulcerative inflammation of the lining of the stomach. This symptom does not always lead to the development of a gastric ulcer, but it is considered a precursor to it, and a good indication that preventative steps to help improve the state of the stomach are necessary.
Table of Beneficial Nutritional Supplements
This information is offered as an introduction to supplements, herbs, foods and substances that are known to help with gastritis. This information is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment and it is suggested that sound advice is taken by an appropriately qualified practitioner.
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Formula |
Daily Intake |
Initial Period |
Ongoing Intake |
Ongoing |
| Vitamins |
Multivitamin-Mineral |
1 twice daily |
2 weeks |
1 daily |
1 daily |
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Anti-Oxidant with Co-Q10 |
1 twice daily |
4 weeks |
1 daily |
1 daily |
| Minerals |
Zinc & Copper |
1 twice daily |
4 weeks |
1-2 daily for 3 months |
1 daily |
| Additional |
Beta-Glucans |
1 twice daily |
2 weeks |
1 daily |
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Bromelain |
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Probiotic |
taken as directed |
taken as directed |
taken as directed |
taken as directed |
Dietary Recommendations Positive FoodsCereal grains oats, rye sprouts, whole brown rice.
Vegetables green leafy vegetables (especially green cabbage & broccoli), sauerkraut, lettuce, cucumber, beetroot, carrots, onions, garlic, fennel, water cress.
Fruits apples, olives, ripe bananas, bilberries, prunes.
Legumes butter-beans, green peas, black beans, Dahl.
Teas, Herbs & Spices parsley, ginger, peppermint, paprika, slippery elm, liquorice, ginger .
Nuts & Seeds cumin seeds, flax seeds, fenugreek seeds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, almonds, pecans, pine nuts, walnuts.
Fungi Shiitake mushrooms.
Fish deep-sea white fish.
Meats.
Dairy organic live yoghurt.
Negative FoodsRefined carbohydrates, hydrogenated fats, battery chicken & hens’ eggs, white sugar (sucrose), excess garlic, artificial sweeteners, sulphates (preservative), tartrazine.
Reduce dairy products to a minimum (especially cheese).
Avoid too much flesh food, and reduce intake of proteins from red meat especially.
Avoid shell-fish absolutely.
Restrict foods with additives.
Avoid acid-forming foods.
Possible irritants include caffeine drinks, alcohol, chocolate, eggs and salty foods.
Avoid salami, smoked and pickled foods, Brazil nuts.
Avoid citrus fruits (except lemons), and especially orange.
Avoid consumption of paracetamol, aspirin as these can irritate the mucosa.
Additional CommentMany people help reduce the incidence of gastritis and find further benefit from eating in a specific order: fresh ’live’ foods first such as a small portion of salad at least to prepare the digestive system. Next follow cooked vegetables, then the protein portion. Anything starchy should be last. Eating in this order ensures food enters the digestive system in order of digestion time, so that the vegetables can pass through quickly and the more slowly digested protein and starch can follow after.
Take plenty of fresh water. Good quality still mineral water from a glass container is the superior form; though a good tap filter is also satisfactory.
Additional Help & SupportConsult an appropriate homeopathic practitioner.
It is essential to chew food thoroughly and find time each day to relax. Meditation is also helpful. Try to identify and reduce stress-related situations.
