Digestive

Stomach Ulcers and H. pylori

Sores in the lining of the stomach or upper gut, often caused by the bacterium H. pylori. They need diagnosis and treatment by a doctor. Get urgent help for vomiting blood, black or tarry stools, or sudden severe belly pain.

5 herbs

Each note says whether the link comes from traditional use or research, and what the research found.

Bengal QuinceAegle marmelos
Traditionally used for stomach ulcers. A fruit pulp extract protected rats from aspirin-caused ulcers; it hasn't been tested in people.
BerberineBerberis vulgaris
Added to standard H. pylori treatment, it raised cure rates and helped ulcers heal in trials in China.
Lesser GalangalAlpinia officinarum
Protected against stomach ulcers in animal studies. Not tested in people.
MoringaMoringa oleifera
Helped stomach ulcers heal in animal studies; there are no trials in people.
Yerba MansaAnemopsis californica
The Cahuilla drank it for stomach ulcers. Not studied in people.