Gastritis

Gastritis is an acute or long-term inflammation and swelling of the lining of the stomach that may be caused by certain medications, heavy alcohol consumption, or a stomach infection.

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What it is

Gastritis is an acute or long-term inflammation and swelling of the lining of the stomach that may be caused by certain medications, heavy alcohol consumption, or a stomach infection.

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Quick Facts: Gastritis

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Evidence-Based Protocol

Supplement stack ranked by research quality

Moderate Evidence

Primary Stack (Tier 1)

ProbioticsB

10-20 billion CFU daily (Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium strains)

May help with H. pylori eradication when combined with antibiotics

15 studies | 1,000 participants

Zinc-L-CarnosineB

75-150mg twice daily

Supports gastric mucosal healing; studied for gastritis and ulcers

8 studies | 400 participants

Supporting Stack (Tier 2)

DGL (Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice)C

380-760mg before meals

Supports mucosal protection without mineralocorticoid effects

6 studies | 300 participants

Vitamin B12B

1000mcg daily if deficient

Atrophic gastritis impairs B12 absorption; monitor and supplement if needed

6 studies | 300 participants

Mastic GumC

500-1000mg daily

Traditional remedy with some anti-H. pylori activity

5 studies | 200 participants

How It Works

Gastritis is inflammation of the stomach lining. It can be acute (sudden onset) or chronic (develops gradually over time).

TYPES:

•Acute gastritis (sudden inflammation)

•Chronic gastritis (develops over time)

•H. pylori gastritis (bacterial infection - most common cause worldwide)

•Autoimmune gastritis (antibodies attack stomach cells)

•Erosive gastritis (from NSAIDs, alcohol)

COMMON CAUSES:

•H. pylori bacterial infection

•NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen)

•Excessive alcohol

•Stress (severe illness, burns, surgery)

•Autoimmune conditions

•Bile reflux

SYMPTOMS:

•Upper abdominal pain or discomfort

•Nausea, vomiting

•Feeling of fullness after eating

•Bloating

•Loss of appetite

•Indigestion

MEDICAL TREATMENT:

•H. pylori: Triple or quadruple antibiotic therapy

•PPIs or H2 blockers to reduce acid

•Stop NSAIDs if contributing

•Limit alcohol

•Treat underlying causes

WHEN TO SEE A DOCTOR:

•Blood in vomit or stool

•Severe abdominal pain

•Unexplained weight loss

•Symptoms lasting more than a week

* Probiotics may help H. pylori treatment.

* Zinc-carnosine supports mucosal healing.

* Address underlying cause is essential.

Expected timeline: Acute gastritis often improves within days to weeks. Chronic gastritis takes longer. H. pylori eradication requires 10-14 day antibiotic course.

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