Almost everyone experiences stomach pain at some point; most often, it’s harmless and fades within a few hours. However, sometimes the pain is more intense and doesn’t go away. In such cases, it could be gastritis, an inflammation of the stomach lining that can appear suddenly or become chronic.
What is Gastritis?
Gastritis happens when the stomach’s natural balance is disrupted. The stomach breaks down food using gastric juices. These gastric acids are quite strong, which is why the stomach lining is covered by a special protective layer.
Several factors can cause excessive acid production and damage this protective barrier, leading to inflammation of the stomach lining (gastritis). If this inflammation persists, it is known as chronic gastritis, and the individual usually experiences regular stomach pain.
What causes gastritis?
Gastritis can be caused by a variety of factors. Most often, gastritis is linked to diet. For example, a very one-sided diet, such as one high in sugar or carbohydrates, can lead to gastritis. It is also frequently triggered by excessive coffee or alcohol consumption.
Additionally, spicy seasonings, smoking, or taking medications like painkillers can irritate the stomach lining. Stress is also recognized as a cause of gastritis.
What are the symptoms of gastritis?
Gastritis can present itself through a variety of symptoms. The most common symptoms of gastritis include:
- Abdominal pain
- Heartburn
- Nausea and vomiting
- Feeling of fullness
- Loss of appetite
- Frequent burping
- Bad breath
- Black stool
How is gastritis treated?
To treat gastritis, it’s recommended to follow a bland diet for some time to help soothe and relieve the digestive tract. Bone broth is particularly beneficial, as it contains collagen and amino acids like glutamine that help protect the stomach lining. Healing agents can help bind stomach acid.
When treating gastritis, it’s best to choose natural home remedies and avoid chemical medications, since these often cause irritation and inflammation rather than relief.
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Bone broth concentrate (440g)
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Home Remedies for Gastritis
The following home remedies can help relieve the symptoms of gastritis:
- Bone broth: This broth contains collagen and amino acids (e.g., L-glutamine) that can protect and help regenerate the stomach lining.
- Healing clay: May help bind stomach acid.
- Oat porridge (Place oat flakes in a small bowl, pour boiling water over them, and let them soak for 5 minutes): can provide soothing, pain-relieving effects.
- Herbal tea: Chamomile or fennel tea (without sugar or milk).
- Rusk: recommended for gentle digestion.
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“I regularly recommend bone broth to my patients dealing with gastritis.” - Dr. med. Birgit Gergelify (Specialist in Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology, Rheumatology, and Nutritional Medicine) |
Our recommended bone broth for gastritis
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Beef bone broth |
Bone Broth Concentrate |
