Some of the most unbearable pain that a person can suffer is one that is in the stomach and it is called an ulcer. Ulcers are craterlike spots in the stomach or in the duodenum, a part of the intestine. Ulcers occur when the cells that line the stomach cannot do the job of protecting the stomach against caustic stomach acid. The only way you can find out if you have an ulcer is to visit your doctor for tests. But even though you can be diagnosed with an ulcer science is still working on predicting when the ulcer will flare up.

Of course food is the number one suspect in the cause of ulcers but not only what foods but when you eat them and with what other foods you mix. Some suggestions are to eat more frequently as food neutralizes stomach acid and by eating smaller meals more often during the day you may be able to relive some of the effects. As far as certain foods that cause ulcers and their pain it is usually an individual persons stomach and not the type of food that determines an ulcer. Some folks suffer from eating spicy hot foods while others suffer when eating things such as ice cream or milk. The best way to decide what is causing your ulcer would be to keep track of what you eat and notice when you suffer the pain. Matching these two things will determine which foods you may want to avoid.

People under stress and smokers are very good candidates for ulcers. Stress has been shown to increase the stomach acids in humans which will in turn cause more ulcers. Smokers are not only twice as likely to get ulcers as nonsmokers but studies show that ulcers in smokers take longer to heal and are more than three times as likely to recur.

Some home remedies for ulcers include:
-Eating bananas which contain an anti-bacterial substance that inhibits growth of ulcers.
-Garlic cloves which also have anti-bacterial substances.
-Cabbage is a leading remedy for ulcers whether it be raw or juiced. Many people have reported permanent relief in as little as 5-7 days.

Other suggested remedies for ulcers include plums, cayenne pepper, licorice, and the bark of slippery elm. Things that you should avoid are as mentioned before smoking and watch your alcohol intake also.

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Disclaimer: I am not a doctor and I offer this information not as medical advice but for general purposes. You should seek professional medical help before trying any of the above home remedies.