Question 1

can i have a list of foods that help heal ulcers faster? also, are we allowed to eat peppermints or drink soy milk? had bloody stool this weekend.

Accepted Answer

No specific foods: No specific  foods heal ulcers but eating a bland diet can prevent worsening.  Peppermint can increase acid reflux. Soy milk can worsen symptoms if you are sensitive to soy.  If you are having active rectal bleeding you need to be evaluated immediately.  Go to the ER

Question 2

can't keep food down i think my ulcer is bad what you think?

Accepted Answer

Serious symptoms: Chronic ulcerations can lead to serious consequences.  If you have an ulcer bad enough to prevent ingestion of food, this needs an immediate evaluation.  The possibilities include esophageal constriction or cancer and stomach cancer.  These can be life threatening so get evaluated right away.

Question 3

will ulcer once cued will reappear? any food diet to avoid ulcer?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Avoid caffeinated products, alcohol and spicy foods. Also reduce consumption of Motrin, alleve etc

Question 4

which are the most effective food stuffs for someone who has ulcers?

Accepted Answer

What type of Ulcer?: If you have stomach ulcers, these can be treated and you should see your doctor for the treatment. It would be prudent to not treat yourself for any type of ulcer.

Question 5

if i have symptoms of ulcer. what are the foods that i can and cannot eat?

Accepted Answer

High Fiber BEST: Avoid alcohol, smoking, caffeine, NSAID but for ulcers (gastritis) no specific diet is recommended. 'in the old days' --a bland diet o was recommended but found not helpful.
Consider high fiber diet or interestingly, 'cabbage juice' which has been documented in medical literature as having remarkable success in treating ulcers-  dr. Cheney from stanford performed studies showing healing in 7 days.

Question 6

what kinds of food to eat if you have stomach ulcers?

Accepted Answer

Avoid things: That can worsen GERD like acidic foods, spicy foods, peppermint, alcohol and nicotine containing products.  But the most important thing is to take your prescribed medications that are meant to heal your ulcers.  Also avoid nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs unless your doctors specifically says it's ok.

Question 7

what foods can be eaten after surgury for a perforated pepetic ulcer?

Accepted Answer

Depends: on how long after the surgery. Your treatment will be the best to advise

Question 8

hi 
what is the best food for stomach ulcers ?

Accepted Answer

Food for ulcers : Cabbage has some studies showing it helps with ulcers. An ulcer is best  treated by a gastroenterologist

Question 9

what are stomach ulcer friendly foods?

Accepted Answer

See answer: Eat a variety of healthy foods from all the food groups. Eat fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fat-free or low-fat dairy foods. Whole grains include whole-wheat breads, cereals, pasta, and brown rice. Choose lean meats, poultry (chicken and turkey), fish, beans, eggs, and nuts. A healthy meal plan is low in unhealthy fats, salt, and added sugar. Healthy fats include olive oil and canola oil.

Question 10

which foods are recommended for someone with a stomach ulcer?

Accepted Answer

No fried food: Avoid all greasy food, fried food, and very spicy food.

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