Ulcer is one of such conditions that appear too difficult to handle. For some, ‘it won’t just go away’. This is unfortunately so, especially when all variables are not aligned properly. But is there any chance that you could use chamomile for ulcer treatment?
We will find out what different studies say about the use of chamomile for ulcer treatment.
Also, we will highlight the compounds in chamomile and how ulcer responds to it.
Chamomile
First, we will say a few things abut chamomile, before we look at how beneficial it is for the treatment of ulcer.
Chamomile, (Matricaria recutita) is sometimes also referred to as German chamomile. It is a herb that is native to Europe, Africa, and Asia, and is now also grown in North America (1).
Experts believe over a million cups of chamomile are taken daily and this article contains one of the reasons people take it.
This herb is one of the most ancient medicinal herbs known to humans. It is a member of the Asteraceae/Compositae family and represented by two common varieties (2).
Basically, the dried flowers of chamomile contain many terpenoids and flavonoids contributing to its medicinal properties.
Some of the compounds in the herb are terpenoids, flavonoids, and lactones, including matricin and apigenin (3).
These compounds work together to provide you several health benefits that are unimaginable.
Ulcer
In 2015, a group of researchers embarked on a project that would give humans insight into something about ulcer that we do not know.
A total of 76 subjects in the study were diagnosed with ulcer.
The researchers found that on the basis of the stress index scale, ulcer incidence was significantly higher among subjects with the highest stress scores (4).
Therefore, it implies that among other factors that cause ulcer, like build up of a certain bacteria (H. Pylori), stress also could trigger this monster.
Chamomile For Ulcer Treatment
Is it now possible that you could use chamomile for ulcer treatment?
You see, ulcer is a form of wound and the kind of wound we are talking about here happens in the intestinal region of your body.
A study says chamomile could serve as a traditional medicine for numerous gastrointestinal conditions.
Some of such conditions are digestive disorders, “spasm” or colic, upset stomach, flatulence (gas), ulcers, and gastrointestinal irritation (5).
Basically, chamomile is especially helpful in dispelling gas and soothing the stomach. Also, it is good for relaxing the muscles that move food through the intestines.
A study further highlights the effectiveness of chamomile for ulcer treatment. It says the herb could help against the development of gastric ulcers (6).
A combination of this herb and others would give a dose dependent anti-ulcerogenic effect. This reduces acid output, increases mucin secretion, trigger an increase in prostaglandin E (2) release and a decrease in leukotrienes.
Also, one of the traditional uses of chamomile is treatment of wounds.
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In fact, because of its potency, Germany’s Commission says it is potent for the treatment of cough and bronchitis, fevers, cold, inflammation, infection, wounds, and burns.
Chamomile preparations commonly works for many human ailments such as hay fever, inflammation, muscle spasms, menstrual disorders, insomnia, ulcers, wounds, gastrointestinal disorders, rheumatic pain, and hemorrhoids.
But why does it work?
Effect Of Terpenoids On Ulcer
Let’s look at some of the compounds in chamomile that make it helpful for ulcer.
Terpenoids is one compound in chamomile.
A study says this compound is effective in the treatment of ulcer (7).
Flavonoids And Ulcer
Some other compounds in chamomile are flavonoids and they are also effective in ulcer treatment.
According to a study, flavonoids have the power to reduce acid secretion and inhibit pepsin level and activity (8).
Also, it could increase gastric mucus and bicarbonate secretion, boost mucosal cytoprotective and it is antioxidative.
It also offers anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial defenses against peptic ulcer.
Effect Of Apigenin On Ulcer
You see, here is another very effective compound in chamomile that makes it effective for ulcer treatment. It is a form of flavonoid.
A study says dose-dependent apigenin treatments effectively decreased atrophic gastritis and dysplasia/gastric cancer rates in Mongolian gerbils (9).
It says this compound significantly decreases Helicobacter pylori colonisation and Helicobacter pylori-induced histological changes of neutrophil and monocyte infiltrations.
How To Use Chamomile For Ulcer Treatment
Absolutely, different compounds in chamomile, including matricin, are effective in the treatment of ulcer.
Basically, you can prepare chamomile in different ways.
The most popular is to prepare it like a herbal tea.
You can extract the medicinal ingredients in chamomile flowers using water.
You can get the tea bags of this amazing flower and take as a tea with hot water.
Some persons say you could extract with alcohol, but being that moderation is often difficult when alcohol use comes in, we recommend you take it as a tea.
However, to get maximum result from any natural remedy you decide to try, you must ensure the under listed.
- Go for a test to be sure it is ulcer
- Be sure to have regular eating routine (small quantity per time). As much as 5 to 6 times per day.
- Maintain a routine as you take your remedy
- Find out if you would not have issues if iron absorption is inhibited a bit (most teas have the tendency of inhibiting iron absorption). To be on a safe side, take at least 1 hour before or after meal.
Also, asides using chamomile for ulcer treatment, it is also good for fever, inflammation, muscle spasms, menstrual disorders, insomnia, wounds, gastrointestinal disorders, rheumatic pain and hemorrhoids.