By: Marti Westcoff – Also see: Home Remedies for Stomach Ulcers

Alternative Cures For Ulcers

Stomach trouble is one the most frequent reasons people go to see their doctors. Almost everyone’s diet these days contains processed food and with the current economic situation more people are becoming stressed out. Though antibiotics are great for many kinds of infections they can make our bodies more susceptible to the bad bacteria that cause stomach ulcers because they destroy the good bacteria.

Traditional Ulcer Treatment

There are all kinds of traditional medicines out there to cure ulcers. Though many people seem to have limited success with what conventional medicine has to offer. I originally went to my doctor and took all the drugs he prescribed and took all the tests he ordered but nothing seem to help. I have always been open to trying natural cures. In searching on the internet for home remedies for stomach ulcers, I found a variety of suggestions. I was very pleased with the results of the natural cures I tried and many participants in the forums seem to agree with me. There were many different cures that were suggested. Here are the ones I found that worked for me.

 Alternative Ulcer Treatments

The juice from cabbage juice is often mentioned as a natural remedy for stomach ulcers. Many people think of cabbage as vegetable that causes your system to create gas. If you examine cabbage a little closer you will find it has an amino acid called L-Glutamine. L-Glutamine function is to improve the cells lining the esophagus and stomach so they can become more resilient. Taking L-glutamine capsules is much easier than boiling cabbage into juice and is as effective as consuming cabbage juice.

When you think of Aloe Vera juice you usually think about as a cure for a burn or a sun burn. Actually though aloe Vera will help with stomach problems also. When my doctor (who uses natural cures and conventional ones) first told me about it, I had never heard of it before as something you drink. Health food stores carry Aloe juice and if your grocery store has a health food section, they may have it too. Now I always keep a supply of aloe Vera juice at home and when my stomach hurts for any reason, I drink some. The dosage is about two ounces of the juice each day. Aloe Vera juice is also anti bacterial, antifungal, anti viral and also an anti inflammatory agent.

Cayenne pepper is so also an excellent natural remedy for stomach ulcers. Again, like cabbage juice it seems a most unlikely candidate for soothing the stomach. When you consume cayenne you mouth often feels like it is on fire. Many people though swear by this remedy. You can make a solution of cayenne pepper and water you can also take it as a pill… I found cayenne listed as a cure on many websites and also was advised by several owners of health food stores. Capsaicin is the ingredient that gives peppers their heat. I have to say I had a bit of a hot feeling in my stomach when I took the cayenne pill but it didn’t hurt. Cayenne pepper also has anesthetic properties and therefore may keep you from feeling the pain. Reducing ulcer related bleeding is another property of capsaicin.

Conventional medicine offers antacids and natural medicine offers herbs that bring down the level of acid in your stomach. Licorice, chamomile, cinnamon, marshmallow, slippery elm, calendula and agrimony are one that is usually recommended. I have always been a huge fan of chamomile for an upset stomach and also used it in the beginning to try to reduce ulcer pain. Chamomile has antispasmodic properties, meaning it helps relax muscle contractions, especially in the smooth muscles that make up the intestines. However, as with many natural remedies there is a caution. People who have been prescribed blood-thinning medications such as Coumadin, heparin, Plavix, Ticlid or Trental should consult their doctor before use. Chamomile will interact with these drugs.

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Nobody likes to talk about hemorrhoids, but if you ever had to endure the pain and discomfort of this problem, you know that it can totally ruin your quality of life. You may have used some creams that have provided temporary relief, but lots of people tend to find, that the problem comes back.

We know that is is a real problem, and up to 40% of Americans may have this problem at one time or another. It seems as if we get older, at least with people I speak with, this type of problem tends to occur more often.

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Popular creams and ointments provide temporary relief, but do nothing to prevent future flare ups. Some people find termporary relief from suppositories as well.  Pills may help to regulate blood pressure, and help people avoid the problem, but can have side affects as well.

What Causes Hemorrhoids?

This very real medical issue can be caused by a variety of things. And some people just tend to have them for than others. But diet, a lack of activity, and even some other prescription medicine may start a flare up.

There is not one right answer for everybody. Some suggestions for natural treatments are:

• Keep the area clean by using water in a shower. Avoid harsh soaps or chemicals because they may aggravate the problem.
• Some people report they do better when they avoid sodas, caffeine, beer, wine, and some fruit juices.
• Avoid constipation. Try a high fiber diet with lots of water. Some people find that dairy products or processed foods tend to constipate them.
• Warm water enemas may help relieve constipation which should stop current pain.

There are more herbal and alternative hemorrhoid treatments   that can help them get past this painful and embarrassing issue once and for all.

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This question, about how health reform may affect long term care, is one that should be of pressing concern to people in middle age or seniors. After all, though the good news tells us we may expect to live longer, the bad news is that we can also expect to spend some time a nursing faciity.

Does Medicare Pay For Nursing Care?

Today, Medicare only covers short term nursing care in some circumstances. Medicare does NOT pay for long term nursing care. People must rely upon their own finances, long term care health insurance, or Medicaid for help with these bills. This includes the expense of nursing homes, assisted living, or nursing care at home.

So why doesn’t everybody buy insurance? It may be the cost of long term care insurance. But compared to the costs of not having it, the premiums may not be that much of a burden for middle income families. If you are still trying to decide what you should do, you may want to look at this older article we have posted: Pros and Cons Of Long Term Care Insurance.

Health Reform Updates

So, exactly how will health reform help people afford long term care? Apparently there are a number of clauses that refer to long term care in the bill. I have not seen much discussion of these in the news.

This is from an article on Health Leaders Media:

One of these provisions is the Community Living Assistance Services and Support (CLASS) Act, which was originally introduced by the late Senator Edward Kennedy. The CLASS Act will make long-term care insurance available to all Americans, who will be automatically enrolled with the choice to opt out.

Apprently, after a 5 year waiting period, the plan will provide a $50 a day benefit to people who are enrolled. This benefit will not be enough to cover the costs of an actual nursing facility, which may be 2 – 3 times that, but it is a start. So it would not totally stop people from considering private policies or other alternatives.

 So from what I understand, a person must be enrolled in this plan for five years before they can collect.  This is to keep people from enrolling the day after they have an issue I guess, but really only help those who made long term plans. That is, however, how insuance usually works.

Discuss!

I’m sure this provision will start some conversations. You can always register for free here to tell us what you think!

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Benefits of Yoga

If you are looking for a new type of exercise, which can provide many health benefits without undo strain, it might be time to consider Yoga.  Some of the benefits of this exercise, which originated in India, are particularly good for seniors and baby boomers.  Because Yoga  generates motion without causing strain and imbalances in the body, it is different than other forms of exercise you may have tried.

Some General Yoga Benefits

• An Increase in Body Awareness and Control
• Relieve Chronic Stress Patterns in The Body
• Refreshes the Body by relieving Muscle Strain
• Relaxes the Body
• Sharpens the Mind and Increases Concentration

Yoga can be a great exercise for people of almost any age, and also, of many different initial fitness levels. It can be very physically demanding for athletes, but can also be practiced in a very gentle way.

Many studies have been done on seniors and middle aged people performing yoga activities. Some of these are improved night time sleep, increased strength and flexibility, and relief from joint pain.

Yoga Has Been Demostrated To Relieve Health Problems Too

Studies have demonstrated that people who suffer from rheumatoid arthritis have enjoyed significant increases in grip strength. Diabetics followed a 40 day / 40 minutes a day yoga program and had lower fasting blood sugar levels. Older people with hypertension practiced for a month, and the group had a decrease in blood pressure, as well as a decrease in blood sugar, cholesterol and triglycerides. These patients also reported feeling calmer and more relaxed.

Other studies have demonstrated that yoga has helped people managing weight, feeling less anxiety, managing chronic pain, and overcoming breathing difficulties.

Maybe it is time to explore yoga by finding a class near you!

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Make The Golden Years Golden

 As we age and more health conditions afflict us, there are more specialists that we see and more documents that represent our medical history unfortunately, in most cases, all this documentation is dispersed among many doctors. If you have had any hospitalizations or emergency room visits, your records are in the hospital. If you have a condition that requires the care of a specialist, he or she will have your records. If you require multiple specialists, each one will have records related to the treatment they provide.

    In the best of cases, the doctors are in communication with each other, and each is aware of how the others are handling your case, especially concerning the medication they individually prescribe for you, so that there is no contraindication. However with all the medical care that the average patient receives, through specialists, and sub-specialists, there is much room for errors, misdiagnoses, and possible unnecessary treatments. This leaves the responsibility up to you to gather all your medical records, be educated about your illnesses, and read up on the medications you are taking, including their side effects. It is after all, your life that is in those records.

    You should ask your doctors for copies of all reports and tests, and copies of letters the doctors send to one another pertaining to you. To the doctor, as much as he or she may like you personally, you are one of many and it is hard for the doctor to keep track of every detail. That is where the records come in. Your doctor has a set, and you should have one too.

    Today most records can be kept in electronic form, but systems are different, so most doctors keep a paper file of their patient’s records. The best way to keep your records is in chronological order, with the most current documents on top; but there are other methods which you may want to check out at www.myphr.com . Among your medical records should also be a printout from your pharmacy of a current list of all medications that you are taking.

   You should also keep a list of all the doctors that you are using for your health care. Write a short description of each doctor’s specialty, making it clear to someone else if they read the file. Also list each doctor’s name and telephone number, so it is available in an emergency. 

    It is also advisable to have a personal file which will include your personal data, such as[name, address, phone number, Social Security number, and insurance company name and identification number. Include in this file any allergies that you may have. You may want to include a copy of your Health Proxy or Living Will, or any instructions you have to your doctors.  Let a family member or a friend know where you keep the medical file in case it is needed and you are not in a condition to direct them to it.

For more information go to my site: www.goldenyearsgolden.com

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Diet Solution Program

The truth is, a lot of so-called diet foods are actually hurting your weight loss efforts. Many low fat foods contain loads of sugar, which causes your insulin to spike, and causes your body to store fat. Other sugar free food that is marketed to us contain chemicals that are hard for your liver to process, and which actually hinder you weight loss efforts. The very food you turn to when you want to diet may be making it twice as hard to actually lose fat and promote lean muscle mass.

Watch A Free Video To Learn What Food Makes You Fat and Which Foods Make You Lean

Written by a top nutritionist and nutrition speaker, the Diet Solution Program does not ask you to go hungry, give up real food, or go on any extreme diet at all. It is basically a common sense approach to eating real food that tastes good, maybe even eating more food than you are now, and enjoying a healthy and natural weight loss. There is nothing extreme about it. In fact, after you watch the free video, you may wonder if the top food giants are the ones pushing us to crazy extremes that are keeping us overweight and unfit!

Diet Without Hunger

The whole point of the diet solution program is that you should be eating real food, and that you should not be going hungry in order to lose weight. In fact, if you let yourself get hungry, you may actually be pushing your body into “starvation” mode so it will want to store even more fat. You need to cocentrate on giving your body the right foods so it will function the way it should function. Furthermore, not everybody loses weight the same way. The program helps you find the particular diet that works best for your body type and metabolism.

For most people, it is not natural to be overweight. And that issue is not caused because of a lack of self control or any other issue than that so many foods we buy are processed with unhealthy ingredients. And furthermore, most people should not have to suffer hunger pangs or count calories to stay lean and healthy. The right foods make it simple.

Anyway, the video is free, and you should be able to learn a lot in a few minutes. If it rings a bell for you, you can continue on to get more involved in the program. If not, you have only lost a couple of minutes.

You can click here to watch the Free Diet Solution Program Video.

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Vegetarian Grillers!

I guess you can use these ideas whenever you want to, but since I tend to associate the 4thof July with barbecue, I thought this would be a good time to point out that a barbecue can be great without roasted animal flesh. Of course, you could always grill those vegetarian hot dogs or soy burgers, and they are pretty good. But this would be a short article if that was all I had to write.

Tofu Shish-k-bobs – You can cut up a lot of vegetables that are great when roasted over a flame. Sweet potatoes, carrots onions, green peppers, and corn are favorites around here. Then carefully cut up the firmest tofu you can find, so you can insert a couple of cubes on your stick.

You can marinate the tofu first. A mix of olive oil, cilantro, and lime is good. So is barbecue sauce.

If the tofu does not work for you, just use a starchier vegetable like sweet potatoes as the main dish.

Grilled Eggplant – This hardy and versatile vegetable can make a main dish! Simply cut your eggplant into slices, and then brush it with a mixture of vinegar, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Put the slices on your hot grill and let them cook about 20 minutes, flipping once in the middle.

Grilled Mushrooms- If you slice those large portabella mushrooms about an inch thick, and grill them, they will have a texture that is similar to meat. They are becoming popular burger substitutes or sandwich fillers. They do not provide a lot of protein though, so if dairy is OK, you may want to top it with a slice of low fat cheese.

Grilled Corn – You can remove the cob from the husk, wash off the fibers, brush on margarine, olive oil, or butter, sprinkle it with salt and paper,  and then return it to the husk.  I suggest getting the husk damp before you grill it. If you do not have a husk, you can use foil.

It should cook on the hot grill about 20 minutes with the lid closed. You can test a cob to see if a couple of kernals are soft.

Your Favorite Vegetarian Grilled Foods?

Do you have any vegetarian favorites for the grill? We’d sure love it if you’d post a comment!

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Perfect Fathers Day Gifts

Finding that perfect gift for dad can be, in my opinion, more challenging than finding something for Mom. Sure, she might be pickier, but in my experience, women tend to tell us what they want. Dad will never tell you that he does not like his gift, but we will know when we’ve scored a bulls-eye. And that is the feeling of satisfactio we want to aim for.

What’s Your Budget For A Father’s Day Gift?

You know you can please your dad with a $10 gift as well as you can please him with a $100 gift. So first think about how much you’d like to spend. You know that we never advocate going into debt or hocking the silver over any gift giving. That’s why we love this cheap holiday gift giving article.

Low Budget Dad’s Day Ideas

Of course, you want your final choice to be personal, and since I probably don’t know your dad, I cannot give you exact advice.  But if you are on a tight budget, and short on cash, here are some ideas that might inspire you.

• Make your own gift basket out of small treats he enjoys. For goodness sake, if he is a diabeetic, do not give him a basket of candy! (I have seen people do this) My own dad was a diabeetic, but he really enjoyed fish like herring, lox (salted salmon), and sardines. Add a few bagels to his box, and he’d be stocked up with goodies he could really enjoy.
• Focus on hobbies. For example, if dad likes to cook out, you can find some cool accessories for the grill, or even a package of steaks and a bag of charcoal. You may even get a prepared meal out of this deal.
• Cosider some of our inexpensive online gift ideas. The Amazon gift card was a big hit. It is handy because you can send it online or deliver it in person, get it sent by email the same day, and purchase it in any amount. Even a $10 gift will buy him a paperback, but if dad wants to spend more, he can always add cash. And don’t think this won’t work for an older person either, because I’ve known seniors who loved ordering online.

Pricer Father’s Day Gifts (But Worth it IMO)

If you can spend a bit more cash to show the love, I think I have some suggestions for gifts that will keep on giving.

• Does your dad like to read? It does’t have to be novels, but could be newspapers, magazines, or even informational e-books. Lots of older people, especially those who have trouble finding transportation, are really ejoying online book readers like the Amazon Kindle. They allow readers to order materials online and they also have free online connections so they are simple to use. A Kindle owner will have to pay extra for many selections, but some are free. You can learn more about the KIndle here.
• Get dad dental checkups! This may sound odd, but many retired people lack dental plans. Learn more about how Medicare treats dental work. Some fairly inexpensive dental discount plans come with free (or very cheap) dental cleanings, checkups, and xrays.  You can also order this online, so if you live in another city or need a last minute gift for dad, it is an idea to consider. Visit Here: Search for US Dental Discout Plans

What are your great ideas for Father’s Day Gifts? If you are a DAD, tell us what you like!

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Now don’t get excited, because we don’t mean drinking alcohol. But there are some proven drinks that really can help people lose weight. They can rev up a sluggish metabolism, curb cravings, and even provide some nutrients we need. So here are some ways to sip yourself thinner.

Water – You know you really are supposed to drink 8 glasses a day, but you probably don’t. It has been scientifically proven, again and again, to help people lose weight.  People who drink more water have higher metabolisms, and also report better focus and higher energy levels. Sometimes we also tend to think we are hungry when we are really just thirsty. Many weight loss programs urge participants to keep a nice cold glass or bottle of water on them all of the time. Aim for 2 quarts a day, but try to drink at least a quart a day!

If pounds are creeping up, just try to drink more water every day to see if it helps.

Smoothies- Now you have to be careful, because many i that are pre-made can have a lot of sugar and fat. But if you make your own yogurt based smoothie with fresh fruit and ice, you can do yourself a lot of good! Some experts suggest adding a little flax or whey protein to your mix too. Smoothies are pretty easy to make if you have  a decent blender, but they take awhile to drink. The dairy protein and other nutrients may help keep you feeling full and curb cravings too. I find the very satisfying, and they tend to keep me away from processed sweets.

Experts actually advice people to try drinking 2 – 3 sensibly made smoothies a day.

Coffee- If you are a coffee drinker, try to stay away from many  pre-made coffee  drinks. They can pack in tons of fat and sugar. A cup of coffee has virtually no calories. If you add a bit of sugar and cream, it is still only about 50 calories. But the average cofee house type blended coffee drink adds hundreds of calories to your menu!

Chocolate Milk - In my opinion, whoever invented chocolate milk should have won the Noble Prize. A glass that is made with skim milk should have about 150 calories. It also comes with lots of great nutrients like vitamin D and calcium and protein. I find it a filling and satisfying snack that reduces my craving for higher calorie and less healthy snacks. A glass of chocolate skim milk  is one guilty pleasure that I do not have to feel guilty about. 

Chocolate soy milk is pretty good too, and you can find some lighter varieties that are only about 70 calories a glass!

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I actually found this one in a Reader’s Digest many years ago. I’ve been making it for years, and it tends to be a fan favorite. It is best if you can serve it in a big transparent serving bowl or dish, but if that is inconvenient, you can put it in something more portable too.

I also love this recipe because it is easy, inexpensive, and not that caloric. When I can save time, money, and calories, I tend to remember it!

You Need:

• Whipped Topping – I usually buy a container of Kool Whip.
• Packages of Red and Blue (Blueberry) Jello.
• Pound Cake (Sarah Lee frozen pound cake works great)

Why don’t I tell you how much? Well, you can adjust the recipe to whatever size you need. And honestly, I sort of play it by ear and no longer remember what size packages to buy.

Prepare the jello according to package direction. You will want to be able to section it into little squares or rectangles when you are done. I usually make it in a flat cake pan or something like that. If you want it to be firmer, you can follow the Jello Jiggler directions, which means adding less water.

Thaw the pound cake.

When the Jello is firm, cut it into squares or rectangles. I usually cut mine about 2 by 3 inches. Dump them in your serving dish. Then cut up the pound cake into similar sized sections. Add those to your serving  dish.

The final step is just to mix in your whipped topping. You will have a nice red, white, and blue dessert that everybody likes.  It looks really pretty in a glass bowl, but people can get the idea by just seeing it from the top. It really seems to please everybody in my family, from kids to elderly people. I guess you could make it for any meal, and you could use different flavors and colors of jello. 

It is also a fairly light dessert, and you can use sugar free jello and whipped topping if you’d like to cut calories.

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