Gastritis is the term used to describe any condition where the lining of the stomach becomes inflamed. In most cases, the inflammation is caused by an infection from the same bacterium that most stomach ulcers are caused by. However, gastritis can also be caused by other factors such as traumatic injury and use of certain pain relievers on a consistent basis.

Many conditions can be associated with gastritis but the signs and symptoms of the disease are very similar and include:

- Nausea

- Vomiting

- Loss of appetite

- Belching or bloating

- A feeling of fullness in your upper abdomen after eating

- Weight loss

Acute gastritis occurs suddenly and is usually characterized by nausea and burning pain or discomfort in the upper abdomen. Chronic gastritis develops gradually over time and those affected are more likely to experience a dull pain and a feeling of fullness or loss of appetite after eating only a small portion of food. For many people, though, chronic gastritis causes no problems at all.l.

In very rare cases, gastritis may cause bleeding in the stomach which can result in vomiting blood or black, tarry stools being passed. These symptoms may require immediate attention from a professional health care practitioner.

Because problems with the digestive system share many similar signs & symptoms, gastritis can be confused with other conditions including:

Gastroenteritis - Also referred to as stomach flu, gastroenteritis usually results from a an intestinal viral infection.

Heartburn - This painful, burning sensation results from stomach acid backing up into the esophagus.

Stomach ulcers - Stomach (peptic) ulcers are openings that develop on the inside lining of the stomach.

Nonulcer dyspepsia - Commonly referred to as indigestion, nonulcer dyspepsia is a functional disorder and is not necessarily linked to a particular disease.

Gastritis usually occurs when mechanisms within the digestive system that break down food then become overwhelmed and begin to damage and inflame the lining of the stomach.

Some factors that can contribute to or trigger gastritis include:

- Bacterial Infection

- Regular Use of Pain Relievers

- Excessive Drug & Alcohol Use

- Stress

- Autoimmune Disorder

- Crohn's Disease

- Radiation and Chemotherapy

- Bile Reflux Disease

A holistic approach to treating gastritis includes the regimen outlined below:

Eat a well-balanced diet high in fiber.

Avoid foods such as lentils, peanuts and soybeans.

Avoid dairy products, beans, junk foods, refined and processed foods.

Chew food thoroughly.

Avoid drinking liquids when eating.

The supplements below may also be helpful:

Proteolytic Enzymes (take as directed on label with meals) - Aid in the breakdown of protein for proper absorption.

Acidophilus (take as directed on label with meals) - Necessary for normal digestion.

Garlic (2 capsules daily) - Aids in digestion and destroys unwanted bacteria in the bowel.

Omega-3 Fatty Acids (take as directed on label ) - Maintains proper digestive function and combats inflammation.

Vitamin B Complex (50 mg of each major B vitamin 3 times daily) - Essential for normal digestion.

Activated Charcoal (2 capsules daily) - Absorbs intestinal gas.

Hydrochloric Acid (HCI) is required for protein digestion.

Multienzyme Complex (take as directed on label) - Improves digestion.

Alfalfa (take as directed on label) - Supplies needed vitamin K and trace minerals.

Aloe Vera Juice (take as directed on label) - Good in treating heartburn and other gastrointestinal problems.

Ginger - Effectively treats nausea.

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