4 natural stomach protectors as an alternative to omeprazole

Omeprazole is one of the best-selling drugs today. Is used for reduce stomach acid and treat the ulcer and have a positive image of it; it is commonly known as a “stomach saver,” but there are numerous warnings about the ill effects of its chronic use.

Last year, more than 12 million Spaniards took some 5 billion pills of this medicine, one of the highest figures in the world.

A good part of omeprazole prescriptions are made to prevent side effects of anti-inflammatories and analgesics such as ibuprofen, which are indicated in acute or chronic diseases such as osteoarthritis.

In this video we explain how to do a home test to check the acidity of your stomach:

4 natural remedies against heartburn

There are good Natural medicine to combat heartburn and avoid side effects associated with omeprazole.

Cabbage and potato juice: Take a fresh smoothie (about 50 ml) of cabbage juice and raw potato in the morning. It is taken in small sips. It is a great stomach healer.calming infusion: Infuse a teaspoon of marshmallow, another of chamomile and another of licorice in a cup of freshly boiled water. Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra L.) decreases stomach acids and acts as a natural anti-inflammatory. Take it 2 or 3 times a day after meals.Ginger and Cinnamon Tea: Put three slices of ginger in a cup with a cinnamon stick and add very hot water. Let it stand for fifteen minutes and drink it after eating.Cumin to season: Another effective way to prevent heartburn is to add to your vegetable and legume dishes stomach-friendly spices such as cumin, fennel or cloves.

How to prevent gastritis naturally

Gastritis can be caused by tobacco, alcohol, indigestible food or stress. When it becomes chronic it can be related to the bacteria Helicobacter pyloriwhich affects the 60-70% of the population.

consumption of fruits and vegetables with vitamin C reduces the growth of Helicobacter pylori. On the other hand, the treatment of heartburn with omeprazole is a balm for this bacterium, which triggers its growth.

Sitting quietly at the table is essential. chew well, savor and turn the moment of eating into a time of enjoyment. Avoid stress in general.

Rice, oats, fruits, vegetables or compotes act as painkillers. Foods rich in mucilage –such as beans, flax, chia or carob– are recommended.

Check your medication especially non-steroidal anti-inflammatories and pain relievers (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen, as many can cause gastritis. Avoid continued consumption (consult with your doctor).

7 hidden side effects of omeprazole

Currently, studies show that omeprazole is not as good as you think. It is a “proton pump inhibitor” that strongly reduces the secretion of acids by the stomach mucosa.

But by decreasing the digestive juices can produce mineral and vitamin absorption deficits which can cause major health problems in the long run.

There is a risk of suffering osteoporosis. Different studies, including one published in the Journal of Osteoporosis and Mineral Metabolism, show that by reducing the absorption of ionized calcium, the risk of vertebral or hip fracture is doubled in older people who take omeprazole. It stimulates the destruction of bone tissue and decreases bone building. If almost 50,000 femur fractures occurred in Spain last year, more than 6,000 could be attributed to the use of omeprazole. lower magnesium absorption It can cause muscle weakness, arrhythmias and overload on the kidneys. In addition, this deficit causes disorder of the parathyroid glands and osteoporosis. Likewise, omeprazole reduces the content of vitamins B1 and C, in both cases due to a shortage of acids in the stomach.Double or triple pneumonia, especially the one produced by Clostridium difficile. Stomach acid is a protective factor against infections and has an antibiotic action or elimination of ingested microbes. It has been observed that the use of omeprazole also increases the risk of having Helicobacter pylori.Stomach acid inhibition also appears to increase the risk of stomach and pancreatic cancerespecially those produced by enterochromaffin cells, as well as polyps and colon cancer. In addition, induces dementia. Both circulatory dementia and Alzheimer’s disease increase between 35% and 45% if omeprazole is consumed chronically, which is not a minor figure.

Known side effects are good reasons to try to avoid omeprazole. Consult with the doctor if it is essential, do not self-medicate and resort to natural aids.

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