What is a good diet for stomach ulcers?”
Basically, you want to avoid foods that trigger acid production, and therefore you will avoid symptoms. This may vary between people, but here are common culprits: • alcohol • spicy foods (peppers, chili, etc.) • citrus fruits • tomatos/tomato products (ketchup, pasta sauce, etc.) • caffeine (coffee, pop, tea, chocolate, etc.) • fatty foods • carbonated drinks Good things to possibly include: • Lean meat in small portions • High fiber (brown rice, oats, etc.) • Vegetables (broccoli, carrots, potatos) • Fruit • Lots of water Like I said, it varies between people, because I knew someone whose culprit was bananas, even though they are considered to be a safe food. Everytime she ate a banana, she was sure to have a flare-up. It may also be helpful to avoid smoking, aspirin, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen. Eat smaller, more frequent meals, chew your food slowly, and avoid laying down right after eating. Though a bit controversial, something like 75% of ulc
