Carnozin – looking after your stomach
The stomach can cause all sorts of problems. Gastritis for example is inflammation of the lining of the stomach. You can have an acute attack, or chronic gastritis. It can be caused by Helicobacter pylori, medication, or substances such as alcohol that can damage the lining of the stomach mucosa. Symptoms of gastritis can include nausea, vomiting, and gnawing burning feelings in the upper abdomen. Your doctor can diagnose gastritis.
A less common form is erosive gastritis. This doesn’t cause much inflammation but it can lead to bleeding and ulcers in the stomach.
You may experience black tarry stools, or you may vomit blood that is brown in colour or looks like coffee grounds.
If Helicobacter pylori is diagnosed and is the cause of your stomach problem then antibiotics are routinely given and it is quite a successful treatment. A feeling of fullness after eating and indigestion is associated with Helicobacter pylori. Probiotics, mastic gum, and Quest Carnozin taken together would be an example of an alternative approach to medication.
If it’s caused from taking strong medication like aspirin, or excess alcohol consumption, then Quest Carnozin may help. It’s prescribed in some countries to protect the stomach lining from damage while taking medication. This is a great option if you cannot change your medication.
When gastritis is caused by excess stomach acid you may be given proton pump inhibitors to decrease the excess stomach acid produced. These can include omeprazole, lansoprazole, and esomeprazole (Nexium). However, long-term use of these may increase your risk of hip, wrist, or spine fractures. Some people choose to use Quest Carnozin instead, usually under the guidance of a nutritional therapist.
Antacids are prescribed to relieve gastritis pain as they neutralise the acid in your stomach. Natural antacids include peppermint, baking soda, and apple cider vinegar. Natural remedies to help heal gastric mucosa that has been damaged from acid or inflammation include Glutamine, Vitamin E, Sea Buckthorn, Aloe Vera, and Quest Carnozin. Some simple things that you can do include: eating smaller or more frequent meals, reduce consumption of irritating foods like fresh pineapple, dairy, acidic, fried, or fatty foods. Avoid alcohol as this can irritate the mucous lining of the stomach. Don’t ignore your symptoms, talk to someone today.
Clair Whitty is a Bach Flower Practitioner, a Nutritional Health Coach at The Natural Health Store, 24 North Main Street, Wexford
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