HELICOBACTER PYLORI
It is a bacterium that attacks
mainly the digestive system and more specifically the stomach. This silent bacterium
is present in more than half of the world’s population, and many do not have a
clue they are having the infection. This is because most people do not develop
any symptoms at all. Let us together discover what are the main causes,
symptoms and how to treat and avoid this unpleasant intruder?
CAUSES & SYMPTOMS
The Helicobacter Pylori
bacteria can be spread through contaminated water or food. Besides, it can be
transmitted from one person to another through saliva, vomit, direct contact or
even stool.
There are lots of people who are
infected by Helicobacter Pylori, and who do not show any visible symptoms or
signs. This fact is maybe due to the strength of their immune system and
because they can have the infection without developing any problems. Here are
the most common symptoms that an infected person can show when infected:
- * Nausea
- * Considerable weight loss
- * Loss of appetite
- * Bloating
- * Stomachache
FYI : The
Helicobacter Pylori bacteria can cause numerous problems in the digestive
system, including stomach ulcers
HOW TO AVOID OR TREAT THIS BACTERIA
People must
understand that the bacteria itself is not the real danger. It can be treated
easily. The thing that triggers this living microorganism is mostly the
unhealthy lifestyle people pursue: fast food, all kinds of fried snacks,
processed foods, contaminated water…..
If you want to get rid of this bacterium or avoid getting it, you need
to follow certain steps:
* Pursue a vegan diet with no meat: A diet rich in vegetables, fruits and fish is the best way to avoid getting these bacteria. It is also the best method to treat and cure this infection. You will provide your body with excellent nutrients that will positively affect your overall health.
* Avoid drinking cold things directly from the fridge: Drinking cold or freezing stuff will help these bacteria to grow and multiply inside your gut.
* Avoid eating
fast, fried and processed foods: These bacteria grow and live in a body that is
fed with processed, fast or fried foods. It is the perfect environment for
them. So, if you stop eating this junk foods, you will automatically doom these
microorganisms to annihilation.
* Cooking at home: cooking at home is one of the best methods to save your body lots of problems from living on street foods. At least, you know that you are eating clean food.
* Help your body to counterattack these bacteria by taking food that is rich in probiotics: The beneficial nutrients in probiotics help make your immune system strong and capable of fighting such intrusion.
* Olive oil is
one of the best food nutrients that helps cure this infection: Olive oil is
loaded with unique and powerful antioxidants and polyphenols. These two active
compounds help nurture the friendly bacteria in your gut and at the same time
can destroy harmful ones like Helicobacter Pylori.
* Sesame seeds are also excellent for fighting this kind of infection. These wonderful seeds can be incorporated in your meals or taken separately.
* There exist certain herbs and spices that can
destroy this bacterium, like turmeric, ginger, galangal, fenugreek, coriander
seeds, thyme, mint leaves, anise star…
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