Environmental Nutrition: Eating to fight peptic ulcers
--Broccoli sprouts contain isothiocyanate sulforaphane, a phytochemical that kills H. pylori.
--Cabbage juice is a traditional remedy, and has been found to help stomach ulcers in gerbils.
--Moringa leaves have chemicals with strong antibacterial activity.
--Okra fights H. plylori, and may protect against intestinal ulcers.
--Fruits and fruit juices not only have vitamins that help healing, many also have anti-bacterial effects. Studies using cranberry juice had good outcomes, but blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, pomegranates, and apples may be helpful as well.
--Fish oil shows anti-H. pylori activity in humans, and evening primrose oil, garlic oil and blackcurrant seed oil may be helpful, too.
--Essential oils extracted from some herbs have antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and immune-stimulating activity. Lemongrass essential oil fights H. pylori, and a combination of peppermint oil and caraway oil can reduce symptoms. Carrot seed, clove, manuka, and lemon oils may help as well.
--Spice extracts from cinnamon, rosemary, turmeric, finger root, nutmeg, ginger, and licorice all inhibit H. pylori growth.
--Green tea extract may fight the bacteria and the tissue damage it causes.
What may not help
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