Ulceraid-Africa’s 1st foundation for stomach Ulcer

This initiative is deeply personal to me. Having lived with digestive health challenges for much of my life, I understand how difficult it can be to navigate food choices when you have gastritis or stomach ulcers. It was this personal experience that inspired me to establish @ulceraid Africa’s first NGO dedicated to stomach ulcer awareness, education and support. Now, I’m taking another step! In partnership with UlcerAid, @ANABitesRefresh ANA Bites & Refresh introduces ANA Gentle Meals, a specially curated Nigerian menu offering carefully prepared, pepper-free and mildly seasoned meals for people with digestive health concerns. Because managing your digestive health shouldn’t mean giving up the joy of good Nigerian food. ❤️ 📍 Food court, Mabushi bus terminal Send your orders to our whatsApp: 07071254190.

Have you been diagnosed with H. pylori or a stomach ulcer? It is also possible that you are dealing with gastritis, which is the inflammation of the stomach lining. Whatever the diagnosis, it is important to avoid things that may further irritate your stomach lining. Here are a few things to pay attention to: 1. Avoid alcohol and spicy foods. Give your stomach a break from pepper and heavily spiced meals. Zero pepper for now, especially if it triggers your symptoms. 2. Stick to soft, gentle meals. Oatmeal, pap and moi moi are some options you can consider. Avoid fried foods for now. This means taking a break from fried meat, akara, fried yam and other deep-fried meals. 3. Be careful with medications. Avoid NSAIDs such as ibuprofen and diclofenac unless your doctor specifically advises otherwise. They can worsen stomach irritation and ulcers. 4. Practise good hygiene. Always wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after using the toilet and before eating. This is particularly important because H. pylori can spread through contaminated food and water and person-to-person contact. 5. Prioritise adequate sleep. Try to establish a consistent sleep routine. Aim to be in bed by 9 p.m. and give your body enough time to rest. 6. Avoid carbonated drinks. Soft drinks and other fizzy beverages may worsen bloating and discomfort. 7. Be mindful of acidic fruits. Citrus fruits such as oranges, lemons and grapefruits may aggravate symptoms in some people. Pay attention to how your body responds. One more important thing: lifestyle and dietary changes can help manage symptoms, but they do not eradicate H. pylori. If you test positive, you need appropriate treatment prescribed by your doctor, followed by a test to confirm that the infection has cleared. Your stomach needs time, care and the right treatment. Message @ulceraid to learn more

The nexus between digestive health issues, mental health and general wellbeing of a person is often overlooked. Research has shown that Anxiety and depression does not only trigger stomach Ulcers but also aggravates and worsen stomach ulcers as well as gastritis. #16DaysAgainstGBV #Ulcerawarenessdrive