For this reason, interest in alternative remedies has steadily risen and been fueled by both medical professionals and individuals with ulcers alike.

Cabbage is a popular natural ulcer remedy. Doctors reportedly used it decades before antibiotics were available to help heal stomach ulcers. pylori infections. These infections are the most common cause of stomach ulcers 3 , 4 , 5. In fact, several animal studies show that cabbage juice is effective at treating and preventing a wide range of digestive ulcers, including those affecting the stomach 6 , 7 , 8.

In humans, early studies observed that daily consumption of fresh cabbage juice appeared to help heal stomach ulcers more effectively than the conventional treatment used at the time. In one study, 13 participants suffering from stomach and upper digestive tract ulcers were given around one quart ml of fresh cabbage juice throughout the day.

This is 3. In another study, the same quantity of fresh cabbage juice was given to participants with stomach ulcers, most of whom had previously received conventional treatment with no success. However, researchers have yet to identify its exact recovery-promoting compounds, and no recent studies could be identified.

Moreover, neither of these early studies had a proper placebo, which makes it difficult to know for certain that the cabbage juice is what produced the effect. Summary: Cabbage juice contains compounds that may help prevent and heal stomach ulcers. Cabbage is also rich in vitamin C, which appears to have similar protective properties.

It comes from the dried root of the Glycyrrhiza glabra plant and is a popular traditional herbal medicine used to treat many conditions. For instance, licorice may stimulate the stomach and intestines to produce more mucus, which helps protect the stomach lining.

The extra mucus may also help speed up the healing process and help reduce ulcer-related pain Researchers further report that certain compounds found in licorice may prevent the growth of H. However, studies are generally based on the use of these compounds in supplement form 12 , Dried licorice root should not be confused with licorice-flavored sweets or candy.

Licorice candy is unlikely to produce the same effects and is generally very high in sugar. Additionally, some studies report no effect, so using licorice as an ulcer remedy may not work in all cases Licorice may also interfere with certain medications and cause side effects, such as muscle pain or numbness in the extremities.

Consider speaking to your healthcare practitioner before increasing the licorice content of your diet. Honey is an antioxidant-rich food linked to a variety of health benefits.

These include improved eye health and a reduced risk of heart disease, stroke and even certain types of cancer Honey also appears to prevent the formation and promote the healing of many wounds, including ulcers pylori , one of the most common causes of stomach ulcers 17 , However, human studies are needed 19 , 20 , 21 , Summary: Regular consumption of honey may help prevent ulcers, especially those caused by H.

Garlic is another food with antimicrobial and antibacterial properties. Animal studies observe that garlic extracts may speed up recovery from ulcers and even reduce the likelihood of them developing in the first place 6 , 23 , pylori growth — one of the most common causes of ulcers In a recent study, eating two cloves of raw garlic per day for three days helped significantly reduce bacterial activity in the stomach lining of patients suffering from H.

Pylori infection However, not all studies were able to reproduce these results and more are needed before strong conclusions can be made Summary: Garlic has antimicrobial and antibacterial properties that may help prevent ulcers and heal them quicker.

However, more research is needed. Turmeric is a South Asian spice used in many Indian dishes. These range from improved blood vessel function to reduced inflammation and heart disease risk 28 , 29 , It appears to have immense therapeutic potential, especially in preventing damage caused by H.

Limited studies have been done in humans. One study gave 25 participants mg of turmeric five times per day. In another, individuals who tested positive for H. pylori were given mg of turmeric four times per day. Thus, more research is needed. However, more research is needed, especially in humans.

Mastic is a resin obtained from the Pistacia lentiscus tree, more commonly known as the mastic tree. The mastic tree generally grows in the Mediterranean region, and its sap can be dried into pieces of brittle translucent resin. More recently, animal studies report that it may act as a potent natural ulcer remedy In one recent study, intake of mg of mastic gum three times a day for 14 days eradicated H.

Materials and methods: Twenty-eight consecutive patients 10 male, 18 female; mean age, The main treatment strategies were radiofrequency ablation and varicectomy including stab avulsion of incompetent perforating veins , use of compression therapy until complete healing was achieved, moist wound healing washing the ulcer site and covering it with dressings twice daily , and skin care, taking into consideration the balance of the microbiome.

Results: Active venous leg ulcers CEAP class C6 were diagnosed in 36 patients at the first visit. In 7 of these patients, compression therapy and use of strategies to promote moist wound healing resulted in ulcer healing by the day of the planned surgery.

pylori infection and taking non-inflammatory medicines NSAIDs. If your stomach ulcer is just caused by taking NSAIDs, a course of PPI medication is recommended. An alternative type of medication, known as H2-receptor antagonists, is occasionally used instead of PPIs.

Sometimes you may be given additional medication called antacids to relieve your symptoms in the short term. You may have a repeat gastroscopy after 4 to 6 weeks to check that the ulcer has healed.

There aren't any special lifestyle measures you need to take during treatment, but avoiding stress, alcohol, spicy foods and smoking may reduce your symptoms while your ulcer heals. If you have an H.

pylori infection, you'll usually be prescribed a course of 2 antibiotics, which each need to be taken twice a day for a week. The antibiotics most commonly used are amoxicillin, clarithromycin and metronidazole. You'll be tested at least 4 weeks after finishing your antibiotic course to see if there are any H.

pylori bacteria left in your stomach. If there are, you may need a course of different antibiotics. PPIs work by reducing the amount of acid your stomach produces, preventing further damage to the ulcer as it heals naturally.

They're usually prescribed for 4 to 8 weeks. Omeprazole , pantoprazole and lansoprazole are the PPIs most commonly used to treat stomach ulcers.