Before you start

The gut’s ability to absorb nutrients, whether it is from food or from the foodstate supplements, will be significantly improved if the body has first been cleansed of harmful toxins, and the intestinal tract replenished with healthy flora.

It is of particular benefit in today’s environment with our increased exposure to harmful toxins from so many sources. It is our recommendation to pre-empt any dietary/nutritional program with a cleanse, and to repeat it twice per year.

To this extent we recommend that before you start on your required formula you undertake our Detox Formula which involves 3 products that provide a very effective cleanse program that will enhance your health and wellbeing.

Click here to view the Detox Formula

What is Gastritis?

Gastritis is a condition associated with the digestion of foods high in protein, and is  characterised by the inflammation of the stomach lining.

Gastritis is defined as "Gastric Mucosa", a pre-ulcerative inflammation of the lining of the stomach. This symptom does not always lead to the development of a gastric ulcer, but it is considered a precursor to it, and a good indication that preventative steps to help improve the state of the stomach are necessary.

Supplements

The following supplements are known to be helpful:

	GASTRITIS Formula - SAVE 10% when you buy the complete set of formulas. This includes 1 of each product listed below. You save a total of £9.00 VAT Free Price: £80.98
	Bromelain is a digestive enzyme that helps accelerate the healing of gastritis. It should be taken on an empty stomach mid-morning. VAT Free Price: £8.50
	Beta-Glucans These special substances offer a protective function in relation to the digestive system by helping to protect the lining of the stomach. VAT Free Price: £17.99
	Zinc & Copper Zinc is known to accelerate the healing of gastritis and improve the general health of the digestive system. Zinc levels can be low in the body due to lack of adequate water intake. Copper is also known to act as an anti-inflammatory, helping to reduce the instance of gastritis. VAT Free Price: £9.50
	Anti-Oxidant Complex with Co-enzyme Q10 contains nutrients that help eliminate harmful free radicals associated with an inflammatory process. This formula also contains nutrients known to help alleviate gastritis. The Co-enzyme Q10 is known to help alleviate the acidity associated with gastritis.  VAT Free Price: £17.99
	The Food State Multi-Vitamin and Mineral Complex forms a sound nutritional base to improve good health as this formula contains nutrients that are not always available within the normal dietary intake. This formula contains nutrients helpful in reducing the experience of gastritis. VAT Free Price: £10.50
	Probiotic These are beneficial bacteria that support the digestive system and help reduce the incidence of gastritis. VAT Free Price: £25.50

Table of Beneficial Nutritional Supplements

This information is offered as an introduction to supplements, herbs, foods and substances that are known to help with gastritis. This information is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment and it is suggested that sound advice is taken by an appropriately qualified practitioner.

 

	Formula	Daily Intake	Initial Period	Ongoing Intake	Ongoing
Vitamins	Multivitamin-Mineral	1 twice daily	2 weeks	1 daily	1 daily
	Anti-Oxidant with Co-Q10	1 twice daily	4 weeks	1 daily	1 daily
Minerals	Zinc & Copper	1 twice daily	4 weeks	1-2 daily for 3 months	1 daily
Additional	Beta-Glucans	1 twice daily	2 weeks	1 daily
	Bromelain
	Probiotic	taken as directed	taken as directed	taken as directed	taken as directed

Dietary Recommendations

Positive Foods

Cereal grains oats, rye sprouts, whole brown rice
Vegetables green leafy vegetables (especially green cabbage & broccoli), sauerkraut, lettuce, cucumber, beetroot, carrots, onions, garlic, fennel, water cress
Fruits apples, olives, ripe bananas, bilberries, prunes
Legumes butter-beans, green peas, black beans, Dahl
Teas, Herbs & Spices parsley, ginger, peppermint, paprika, slippery elm, liquorice, ginger
Nuts & Seeds cumin seeds, flax seeds, fenugreek seeds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, almonds, pecans, pine nuts, walnuts
Fungi Shiitake mushrooms
Fish deep-sea white fish
Meats
Dairy organic live yoghurt

Negative Foods

Refined carbohydrates, hydrogenated fats, battery chicken & hens’ eggs, white sugar (sucrose), excess garlic, artificial sweeteners, sulphates (preservative), tartrazine
Reduce dairy products to a minimum (especially cheese).
Avoid too much flesh food, and reduce intake of proteins from red meat especially.
Avoid shell-fish absolutely.
Restrict foods with additives.
Avoid acid-forming foods.
Possible irritants include caffeine drinks, alcohol, chocolate, eggs and salty foods.
Avoid salami, smoked and pickled foods, Brazil nuts.
Avoid citrus fruits (except lemons), and especially orange.
Avoid consumption of paracetamol, aspirin as these can irritate the mucosa.

Additional Comment

Many people help reduce the incidence of gastritis and find further benefit from eating in a specific order: fresh ’live’ foods first such as a small portion of salad at least to prepare the digestive system. Next follow cooked vegetables, then the protein portion. Anything starchy should be last. Eating in this order ensures food enters the digestive system in order of digestion time, so that the vegetables can pass through quickly and the more slowly digested protein and starch can follow after.

Take plenty of fresh water. Good quality still mineral water from a glass container is the superior form; though a good tap filter is also satisfactory.

Additional Help & Support

Consult an appropriate homeopathic practitioner.

It is essential to chew food thoroughly and find time each day to relax. Meditation is also helpful. Try to identify and reduce stress-related situations.