(My personal experience and what helped me)
I want to share my story, not as medical advice, but as a lived experience. If you’re dealing with stomach pain, burning, or ulcer symptoms and wondering if there’s another way to approach healing, this may give you a different perspective.
The usual explanation: H. pylori
Most stomach ulcers are blamed on H. pylori, a bacteria commonly found in the stomach. The standard medical approach is straightforward:
- Test for H. pylori
- Prescribe antibiotics
- Add acid-suppressing drugs like proton pump inhibitors
Here’s the part that’s rarely discussed.
Almost all humans carry H. pylori.
The issue isn’t simply its presence. The issue is imbalance.
When the gut ecosystem is healthy, H. pylori coexists without causing damage. Problems arise when good bacteria are depleted and inflammation takes over.
Why antibiotics never made sense to me
Antibiotics are often prescribed to “kill” H. pylori, but they don’t discriminate. They wipe out beneficial bacteria along with the bad.
Even more concerning is something few people realize:
Many antibiotics are derived from fungi or yeast.
A brief history
The first widely used antibiotic, penicillin, came from mold. This discovery revolutionized medicine, but it also opened the door to long-term consequences we’re only now beginning to understand.
In my view and experience:
- Antibiotics can create resistant bacteria
- They may also introduce or encourage yeast overgrowth
- This can lead to systemic candida issues over time
So while antibiotics may calm inflammation temporarily, they often mask the problem rather than resolve it.
What caused my ulcer in the first place
When I was younger, my lifestyle did not help my gut at all:
- Soda and junk food
- Alcohol
- Chronic stress
I started feeling burning and pain, especially on an empty stomach. The diagnosis was “too much acid,” and I was prescribed a proton pump inhibitor.
What I later learned is that low stomach acid can feel exactly like excess acid. That’s a deeper topic I’ll write about separately.
I was also given antibiotics to eliminate H. pylori.
The symptoms disappeared… for a while.
Ten years later, the symptoms returned
Recently, I noticed something familiar:
- Pain after drinking coffee before breakfast
- A dull, burning sensation in my stomach
What puzzled me was this:
I hadn’t changed anything major in my diet or habits.
I immediately reached for what usually supports me, which I’ll discuss below.
The intensity eased, but a faint sensation lingered. The pain itself was gone, which made me pause. It almost felt like a reminder — not of something being wrong, but of something asking to be understood. Maybe even a nudge to finally write this article.
At the same time, I was going through a period of deep emotional realizations and lifestyle shifts. If you’re familiar with German New Medicine, pain doesn’t always mean damage. Sometimes, it appears during healing phases, not just disease phases.
So I’m observing carefully.
Is this an ulcer returning?
A detox response?
Or a healing signal?
I don’t pretend to have a final answer. But I do know what consistently helps me.
What I have come to understand is this:
sometimes the pain isn’t coming from something new at all.
It can be triggered when old emotions, unresolved stress, or past circumstances resurface. The body remembers. And when those internal states return, the physical sensation can return with them.
The problem is, we’ve been programmed to believe that everything that happens to us is caused by something external.
A bacteria.
Something we ate.
Something we couldn’t control.
That belief creates doubt.
“I thought this was already healed.”
“I already fixed this.”
“Why is it back?”
And that doubt matters.
Because when we constantly question whether we’re broken again, whether the healing “worked,” whether something is wrong with us, we stay stuck in a loop of vigilance and fear.
In my experience, that state alone can keep the body from fully resolving the issue.
This might sound strange to some, but if you’ve been dealing with pain for a long time, there is a reason. Not always a simple one. Not always a purely physical one.
If you want to learn more, you can subscribe here. I’ll share my full story and how I’ve learned to understand my body and its signals.
But if you’re looking for immediate relief, here’s what has consistently worked for me, with support from scientific research.
Top Home Remedies for Stomach Ulcers
1. Garlic Oil
Garlic has been one of my strongest allies, not just for ulcers but also for my candida issues.
Why garlic helps:
- Naturally antimicrobial
- Antifungal properties
- Supports immune balance
- May inhibit H. pylori overgrowth
- Helps reduce inflammation
Garlic doesn’t sterilize the gut. It supports balance, which is exactly what the stomach needs.
2. Activated Charcoal
This one works fast for me.
Activated charcoal binds toxins released during bacterial or yeast die-off. When inflammation is driven by toxins, charcoal can bring noticeable relief.
Important notes:
- Take it away from food and supplements
- Best used in the morning
- It absorbs toxins but can also absorb nutrients
I see it as a short-term support, not something to overuse.
3. Cabbage
Cabbage has a long history in ulcer healing, long before modern drugs existed.
Benefits of cabbage for the gut:
- Rich in glutamine, which supports gut lining repair
- Anti-inflammatory
- Soothing to irritated stomach tissue
- Supports mucosal healing
Even a small amount helps calm my stomach when it feels raw or inflamed.
Note: I usually lightly steam or gently cook cabbage rather than eating it raw. This makes it easier to digest and still provides its gut-healing and anti-inflammatory benefits.
Other natural supports worth trying
Turmeric and Ginger
- Reduce inflammation
- Support digestion
- Help calm irritation in the gut lining
These are gentle, especially when taken with food or as tea.
Vinegar (Coconut or Apple Cider)
This one surprises many people.
Vinegar may sound harsh, but it can actually support stomach function.
- Helps normalize stomach pH
- Supports digestion when stomach acid is low
- A healthier stomach environment discourages harmful bacteria
I always dilute it and listen carefully to how my body responds.
What I believe now
Ulcers are not just about bacteria.
They are about terrain.
- Stress
- Diet
- Microbial balance
- Emotional load
When inflammation is addressed at the root, the body often knows how to repair itself.
Disclaimer
This is what worked for me.
It reflects my experience, my beliefs, and my body.
Everyone is different.
- Use discernment
- Consult a qualified professional if unsure
- Anything you try is your own responsibility
Your body is intelligent. Sometimes healing begins when we stop trying to silence symptoms and start listening to what they’re pointing to.
If you’re here, trust that curiosity.