H- Pylori and Naturopathic Care

H-Pylori, some call it the most successful pathogen in human history - and new research from Standford University suggests that the reason why H-pylori resides in the stomach of about half of the world's population may be due to to its ability to burrow up inside the stomach's pit-like glands and create a home for itself! In fact, researchers have learned that even competing strains of the same species can't displace it, or even share its hideout. Sodoes that mean that probiotics are ineffective in the treatment of H-pylori? 😕

Symptoms:
The majority of people that have H-pylori won’t even have a clue that they have it as they present with no symptoms. Other times, however the infection will show itself and present with symptoms like: -

-Bloating -Abdominal pain
-Nausea/vomiting -Fatigue -Bad breath
-Loss of appetite -Peptic ulcers and more 🤢

Conventional treatment usually involves the use of two separate antibiotics and acid reducers like esomeprazole or omeprazole, especially if the patient has symptoms of an ulcer or heartburn. The treatment usually eradicates the natural GUT flora (or all beneficial bacteria) as well and it's approximated that as much as 20 percent of H- pylori sufferers will have a reoccurring infection even after intensive treatment!😩 -

👉 When considering an integrated treatment plan it is important to note that not all probiotics are the same and specific strains may be more effective than others. For example Lactobacillus fermentum, Lactobacillus casei and Lactobacillus brevis are three specifics strains of probiotics that have been highlighted in scientific research for their ability to fight H. pylori bacteria.💪 Additional therapies can include Hydrastis canadensis (Goldenseal), Salvia officinalis (Sage) and Black Seed (Nigella Sativa). A complete workup including investigation of one's diet, stress and lifestyle must be considered along with several other factors in order to successfully treat and prevent the infection from reoccurring.


If you are considering a naturopathic approach to treating H-Polori, Dalhousie Health & Wellness can help!


Dr. Mike, Naturopath
~Dalhousie Health & Wellness.