Customer question:
How is Helicobacter pylori treated? Anonymous customer's question
Pharmacist's answer:
Ulcers caused by Helicobacter pylori (inflammation of the stomach lining) are treated with antibiotics and proton pump inhibitors, which lower the pH of stomach acid. Two antibiotics are usually prescribed. Common choices include amoxicillin, clarithromycin, metronidazole, and tetracycline.
Antibiotics and other drugs can also cause unwanted side effects. Natural remedies can help prevent these side effects and act as supportive therapy. However, since natural treatment will not completely eradicate the bacteria, home remedies can be used along with conventional therapy.
The following foods can help alleviate the problem:
- honey
- green tea
- microorganisms
Honey contains many minerals, enzymes, and amino acids. Consume one or two tablespoons of honey every day. You can also take warm water or tea at the same time by adding a little honey to it every morning. You can also spread honey on bread instead of chocolate spread or jam.
Green tea contains natural antioxidants, and people have celebrated its health benefits for centuries. People have used green tea in traditional Chinese and Indian medicine to control bleeding, heal wounds, aid digestion, and improve heart and mental health. However, we now know that the range of effects of green tea is much narrower but still not negligible.
Antibiotics kill both good and bad bacteria in the stomach. Healthy digestion and absorption of nutrients are essential for optimal growth and physiological functioning. The gut is home to a significant part of the immune system, so ensuring the digestive system is in great shape is crucial.
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