Remedies for Stomach Burning

Heartburn (heartburn) is a symptom caused by a pain in the gastric mucosa.
The mucous membrane of the stomach is responsible for the production of digestive juice and the secretion of protective mucus.
Under normal conditions, the internal surface of the organ is protected by mucus, which hinders the corrosive action of the hydrochloric acid produced by the stomach for digestive and antiseptic purposes.
Heartburn is caused by the contact of gastric acid with the mucus-free surface; this may be due to an excess of gastric juices or a lack of protective mucus.
Heartburn often correlates with various morbid conditions such as:

• Hiatal hernia.
• Gastroesophageal reflux disease.
• Gastritis.
• Gastric or duodenal ulcer.

The most common causes are:

• Helicobacter pylori infection.
• Emotional factors.
• Unhealthy diet and unhealthy foods.
• Alcohol abuse.
• Cigarette smoke etc.

The published material is intended to allow quick access to advice, suggestions and general remedies that doctors and textbooks usually dispense for the treatment of Stomach Burns; such indications must in no way substitute the opinion of the attending physician or other health specialists in the sector who are treating the patient. .

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Search for "Helicobacter pylori:

• Blood analysis.
• Breath test.
• Stool examination.

Choose the cure / therapy based on the specific cause:

• Emotional factors: reduce general stress and learn to manage anxiety or short temper. If possible, better organize work shifts. Physician-prescribed anxiolytic medications may be helpful.
• Advanced age and insufficient mucus secretion: this discomfort can be supported by the use of certain drugs (prescribed by the doctor) and by the meticulous organization of the diet.
• Smoking, alcoholism, excess of nerve drinks and irritating spices: stop smoking, drinking alcohol, coffee or energy drinks and eating spicy foods.
• Medicines: replace the drugs responsible for heartburn (NSAIDs, antibiotics, etc.) or combine them with a gastroprotector (all prescribed by the doctor).
• Excess of poorly digestible foods: significant reduction of the foods in question and choice of more suitable cooking techniques.
• Full-blown gastritis of food origin: follow a specific diet and, when necessary, temporarily take medications (prescribed by the doctor). Always chew slowly. Avoid meals that are too large. Divide the diet into at least 5-6 meals a day.
• Behavioral and other factors that affect digestibility: avoid clothing that is too tight on the belt, go to bed immediately after eating, etc.
• Neoplasms: surgery.

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Postpone or avoid the diagnostic process.

Lead a stressful life (excessive work shifts, family commitments, etc.)

To smoke.

Drinking alcohol (especially on an empty stomach).

Consume lots of coffee or energy drinks (especially on an empty stomach).

Make constant and massive use of irritating spices.

Take drugs lightly, on an empty stomach or without a gastro protector.

Consume very large meals.

Consuming a lot of indigestible foods and restarting the diet incorrectly (see below).

Eat quickly while chewing little.

Fast.

Dress with very tight garments on the belt.

Go to bed immediately after eating.

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Lean foods and meals: digest better. In general, they are more suitable: fresh vegetables, not too sour fruits, cereals and derivatives, legumes, lean meats and fish, low-fat cheeses, egg whites, etc.

Foods of animal origin with little connective tissue: white or red meats but suitably cleaned and trimmed during preparation.

Medium-cooked protein foods: they must not be "rare" but not overcooked either.

Foods and meals with the right amount of fiber: among the products of vegetable origin, boiled legumes (not overcooked) and whole grains (in moderate portions), raw leafy vegetables, fruits with digestible peel, etc. are suitable. The portion must always be adequate.

Small portions of liquid foods (especially milk and yogurt, preferably skimmed).

Salt-free foods and meals: Salt damages the lining of the stomach and increases gastric secretion.

Lukewarm or room temperature foods.

The most suitable cooking methods are those of medium duration:

• Poached / boiled in hot water.
• Vacuum boiling.
• Vasocooking.
• Boiling in a pressure cooker.
• Baking in foil.
• Sweet cooking in a pan with little or no fat.

and increase the residence time of the stomach. The consumption of fatty meats and fish, fatty cheeses (especially fermented ones such as gorgonzola and pecorino), sausages, preserved in oil, excessive seasonings, fried etc. should be limited.

• All junk food, especially fast food: french fries, hamburgers, hot dogs, croquettes etc.

Foods and meals rich in connective tissue: shellfish, broth cuts, some offal, etc.

Raw protein foods and meals: meat or fish carpaccio, tartare, sushi etc.

Overcooked protein-based foods and meals: stew, braised meat, fish soups, eggs in omelette etc.

Foods and meals very rich in fiber, especially insoluble, or with indigestible fibers: legume soups, bran, peppers, aubergines, etc.

Large portions of liquid foods: dilute the action of gastric juices, relax the stomach and cause a "rebound" effect on acidity.

• Significant portions of milk and yogurt: these are potentially indigestible foods, both for the richness in water and for the abundance of proteins and fats.

Foods and meals rich in salt: foods in salt, in brine, sausages and salty cheeses, etc. should be limited.

Alcoholic beverages: wine, beer, spirits.

Nervine drinks: coffee, too much tea, energy drink.

Carbonated and acidic drinks: cola, orange juice, etc.

Foods that are too cold (especially on an empty stomach): ice cream, frozen drinks, etc.

Foods that are too hot (especially on an empty stomach): broths, fried, grilled scottadito, etc.

Potentially stinging spices: chilli, pepper, ginger, horseradish, red onion, etc.

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Aloe.

Mint.

Greater gentian.

Artichoke.

Dandelion.

Absinthe.

Blessed thistle.

Cumin.

Fennel.

Rhubarb.

The only product that appears to have a direct and inhibiting effect on heartburn is licorice. Also used are:

• Chamomile.
• Raspberry leaves.
• Mint.
• Carrot.

For those suffering from psychosomatic heartburn, natural remedies are also considered:

• Advanced relaxation techniques.
• Mental training.
• Relaxing activities such as yoga.
• Psychotherapy.

: increase the pH of the stomach by reducing acidity.

• Sodium bicarbonate: for example Citrosodina®. Contraindicated in case of hypertension.
• Calcium carbonate: for example Cacit, Metocal and Recal. Contraindicated in case of constipation.
• Magnesium hydroxide: Contraindicated in case of diarrhea.
• Aluminum hydroxide: for example Maalox®. Contraindicated in case of constipation.

Proton pump inhibitors: block the secretion of stomach acid.

• Lansoprazole: for example Pergastid, Lomevel and Lansox.
• Omeprazole: for example Antra and Nansen.

Histamine H2 receptor antagonists: they are antisecretives that reduce the production of hydrochloric acid:

• Nizatidina: for example Nizax, Cronizat and Zaniza.
• Ranitidina: for example Zantac and Ranibloc.
• Cimetidine: for example Ulis, Biomag and Tagamet.
• Famotidine: for example Famotidine EG and Myliconacid.

Prokinetics: speed up stomach emptying (hence digestion):

• Clebopride.
• Domperidone.
• Metoclopramide.
• Erythromycin.
• Levosulpiride.

Specific antibiotics: they are used only in case of chronic and symptomatic Helicobacter pylori infection. They are not always decisive.

Anxiolytics: they have a calming action and hinder psychosomatic hyperacidity. The choice is at the discretion of the physician but generally it is benzodiazepines.

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Removal of implants such as a balloon or gastric band: necessary for the weight loss of large obese people who are particularly at risk, sometimes they trigger such strong symptoms (including heartburn) that they must be removed.