Guava leaves help for stomach ulcers

Wash 2 leaves of the Guava tree and boil them well in water.
Filter -cool it till lukewarm. Mishri / sugar may be added .
Drinking this tea will reduce the symptoms of ulcers .This counteracts the accumulation of' ama'  in the body.
for more info on ama click on the link below:
http://simpleayurvedichealthtips.blogspot.com/2010/06/accumlated-ama-main-reason-for-most.html

The burning sensation in the stomach is reduced.


One must avoid eating spicy food and meat during recovery . Skipping of meals also is not recommended.
This must be done for a month.
for more info. on guava leaves refer to  the previous post.

Some more medicinal uses of the Palash flowers

For the image refer
http://simpleayurvedichealthtips.blogspot.com/2011/04/few-tips-to-manage-diabetes-part-4.html

1  -  Arthritis pain can be reduced to a great extent if the steamed flowers(fresh or dried) are tied on the place where there is swelling.

2  -  It decreases intestinal infections and decreases ulcer symptoms.1-2 gm of the flower is taken along with mishri or candy sugar.

3  -  This same mixture is supposedly good even for men's health .

However Mishri cannot be taken by Diabetic people.

Other ways to fight Stomach Ulcers

1. Seethali Pranayam ( A special breathing technique) can be practised to reduce stomach ulcers.
2. Stress only aggravates the ulcers so keeping a calm mind can do wonders for the body .
3. Press the area on the palm as shown in the picture below for 5 minutes .The pressing should be done gently and with mild pressure  with small breaks with the thumb of the other hand.This must be done on both the hands.This acupressure technique must be done at least for 40 days for good results.

acupressure for  stomach ulcers

(Also see the previous posts)

Necessary dietary modifications for Stomach Ulcers.

1. Alcohol consumption should be avoided.
2. Smoking should be avoided.
3. A vegetarian diet should be preferred.
4. Hot beverages like tea,coffee should be avoided.
5. Spicy food should be avoided.
6. Buttermilk should be consumed only in moderate quantities.
7. Salt and sour tasting foods must be minimized.
8. drinking a small glass of cold milk will reduce the burning of the stomach 

(Also see the previous post)

A good remedy for stomach ulcers

Coarse grind :

1. 10 gm  fresh ginger
2. 10 gm Jaggery 
3. 10 gm sesame seeds/til seeds

Roll this paste into a small laddoo and keep it under the tongue and swallow the juice slowly.
This must be done twice a day.The paste must be freshly prepared and should not be stored.One must not eat or drink anything for an hour after eating this lozenge for ulcers.
This must be done at least for a month for the ulcers to subside.
 This is very effective for burning in the stomach and other symptoms associated with the disease. .
-As told by Panditha Elchuri.

Ulcers are caused by various factors-like ,stress,H.Pyroli infection,some syndromes,improper eating habits-A physician's consultation would be necessary if symptoms persist.