How to Prevent Ulcers

Genetics and environmental factors are associated with ulcers. How you react to stress may be the biggest factor in ulcer flare-ups.

Things You'll Need

• Stress Relief Products
• Bottled Water
• High-fiber Foods

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Instructions

• 1

  Avoid stress at work. It's a huge factor in ulcers, because you have no way to express anger in the workplace. If you gnash your teeth all day at work, consider changing jobs, joining a support group or seeing a counselor.

• 2

  Check your blood type. People with type O blood are 35 percent more susceptible to getting ulcers than those with type A, B or AB. If you are type O, you may want to pay attention to your lifestyle, especially your level of stress.

• 3

  Speak your mind. Learn to say how you feel without sounding harsh or being hurtful. Learn to use "I" statements like, "I feel ... ," rather than, "You are ... ."

• 4

  Avoid taking aspirin or other analgesics on an empty stomach. Don't drink coffee or take vitamin C on an empty stomach. Avoid highly acidic diets and pepper. Use common sense. Don't eat six pickles for lunch on an empty stomach.

• 5

  Have a test to see whether you have the helicobactor pylori bacteria if your family is prone to ulcers.

• 6

  Eat healthfully and drink eight glasses of water a day. Eating lots of high-fiber foods will keep your digestive system in peak performance.

• 7

  Exercise aerobically at least four times a week. Exercise reduces the harmful effects of stress and leaves you feeling relaxed and calm.