There are many factors that can cause a gastritis flare-up. These include:
- excessive alcohol consumption
- using pain medication for an extended period
- Helicobacter pylori (H.pylori) bacteria
- infections
- stress
While there are instances where medical treatment is necessary to treat gastritis, many people find they can manage the symptoms at home.
Not all remedies will work for everyone, so a person may need to try several of these before finding what works best for their case.
1. Follow an anti-inflammatory diet
Gastritis refers to inflammation of the stomach lining, so consuming a diet that helps to minimize inflammation may provide relief over time. However, research has not conclusively shown that eating a certain diet causes or prevents gastritis.
By keeping a food diary, people can identify which foods trigger their symptoms. They can then begin to reduce their intake or avoid certain foods altogether.
Foods that commonly contribute to inflammation are:
- processed foods
- gluten
- acidic foods
- dairy products
- sugary foods
- spicy foods
- alcohol
