Inflammation of stomach can cause stomach ulcers:

Inflammation of the stomach, what is the best way to line it?

Inflammation of the lining of the stomach is also known as gastritis.



If appropriate care is not taken then the inflammation along with infection from bacteria can soon cause stomach ulcers. Gastritis can appear suddenly or can occur over a period of time. Common signs and symptoms of stomach lining inflammation include a burning pain in the upper abdomen, belching, bloating, nausea and vomiting.



For most of the people gastritis is not serious and is treated quickly. Along with the medications prescribed by your specialist try the following dietary modifications to line the inflammation of the stomach -

1. Have meals at regular timings daily. If you can not have large portions at a time try to include small six meals in a day.
   
   
   
   Don’t divide your meals into very smaller portions unless you have a problem consuming food because eating often can also cause acid secretion in the stomach.
2. To control stomach acid productions limit your intake of dairy products to less than 3 servings per day. Preferably have low fat dairy products.
3. Certain foods need to be completely avoided; these include spicy foods, oily foods, black pepper, chilies, chili powder, red pepper, hot pepper, and green pepper as they can irritate the stomach lining. Other foods which need to be avoided include coffee, tea, chocolates, cocoa and carbonated beverages as these foods can increase the stomach acid secretion in the body. Alcohol and smoking should be completely avoided.
4. You should plan the meals according to your tolerance for a particular food. For example some people with gastritis may not have any symptoms or pain after consuming green peppers, but some may have. So keep in mind the foods that cause problem or worsen your symptoms and avoid those as far as possible for sometime till you feel better.
   
   
   
   
5. If high fiber foods do not cause any problem then these can be included in the diet for more variety. High fiber foods include whole grains, cereals and its products, cooked beans and sprouts, fresh fruits and vegetables.
6. Some foods may cause gas when a person has inflammation of the stomach; these foods include broccoli, milk, cabbage, onions, peas, cooked beans and some fruits.
7. If you are taking over the counter pain relievers or NSAIDs for pain relief from gastritis then avoid them as these can cause the existing inflammation worst. Consult a specialist for correct medications to treat your condition and help prevent recurring gastritis.