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MOUTH/GASTRIC ULCERS- CAUSES: 5 FOODS THAT HELP
Are you suffering from painful mouth ulcers? Are painful mouth ulcers preventing you from enjoying your favorite foods? Do you have painful ulcers that make it difficult to eat or even speak? These common diseases, while unpleasant and bothersome, can be managed with medical therapy and lifestyle changes. This read will provide an overview of the gastric/mouth ulcer causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options.
WHAT EXACTLY ARE STOMACH/ MOUTH ULCER CAUSES?
1.Gentle dental care: Brush your teeth gently and avoid using hard-bristled toothbrushes to avoid aggravation of mouth ulcers. For a calming effect, rinse your mouth with a saltwater solution.
2. Avoid trigger foods: Identify and avoid foods that irritate your ulcers. Spicy, acidic, or crunchy meals can aggravate mouth and stomach ulcers.
3. Eat smaller, more frequent meals: Choosing smaller, more often meals over large ones may help lessen gastric ulcer discomfort.
4. Manage stress: Stress can be one of the reason for stomach or mouth ulcer causes. To relieve stress, use relaxation techniques such as deep breathing, meditation, or gentle activities.
5.Over-the-counter medications: To relieve discomfort from mouth ulcers, consider over-the-counter gels or ointments. Antacids may provide short relief for gastric ulcers, but it is essential to visit a doctor for thorough treatment.
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FOODS THAT CAN HELP IN MOUTH/STOMACH ULCER
PARTIALLY HYDROLYZED GUAR GUM:
Guar gum is a fibre made from guar bean or Indian cluster bean. It is used as a laxative that normalises the moisture content of the stool, absorbing excess liquid in diarrhoea, and softening the stool in constipation. Undoubtedly, it is one of the best foods for helping in bloating.
PHGG is a water-soluble dietary fibre and is used to regulate gut function. According to the study conducted by NIH, intake of PHGG improves human stool form by regulating intestinal microbiota. It has also been useful in treating Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms in both adults and kids.
Benefits of Guar gum:
- Treating diarrhoea/ constipation and also bloating
- Lowering cholesterol
- Manages high blood pressure
- Control diabetes
- Weight loss
- Enhance Mineral absorption.
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FRUCTOOLIGOSACCHARIDES (FOS):
Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) are composed of short fructose chains. They are a type of carbohydrate called oligosaccharides. FOS occurs naturally in many plants. They are prebiotic fibres that support the growth of healthy bacteria in the digestive tract. FOS is also a good source of soluble, dietary fibre and has been shown to reduce, or eliminate constipation and relieve bloating.
CITRIC ACID:
Citric acid is the weak organic acid found in the greatest amount in citrus fruits. We all have seen citric acid appear on the label of many products but don’t know exactly what citric acid is for our health. However, the primary reason for including this in any packaged foods is for its tangy flavour. But apart from this citric acid is associated with many health benefits also:Citric acid helps to convert food into energy.It enhances calcium, phosphorus and Magnesium absorption through the gut.This also prevents calcium crystals or kidney stones from forming.
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ORANGE EXTRACT:
Oranges are the food to boost immunity. They are not only nutritious and rich in Vitamin-C but also loved by kids. Just one orange can meet 100% vitamin C requirements for the kid’s daily nutrition. The pith (white after between peel and fruit) of orange has 30% fibre of the fruit and this particular fibre (called pectin) is good for the gut which builds immunity, reduces bloating, acidity, severe symptoms and supports digestion.
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PAPAYA:
The papaya fruit contains two enzymes, papain and chymopapain. They can help with digestion, reduce bloating, inflammation and also improve gut health. Papaya is also high in fibre and water content, both of which help to prevent constipation and promote regularity and a healthy digestive tract. Also, it is a good source of folate, vitamin A, magnesium, copper, B vitamins, alpha and beta-carotene, lutein and zeaxanthin, vitamin E, calcium, potassium, vitamin K, and lycopene, and pantothenic acid.