008. Natural treatments for prevention: hyperacid gastritis
Heartburn and the discomfort caused by hyperacidity can seriously affect our quality of life, turning every meal into a source of anxiety. In this section, we explore natural solutions that act as a 'gastric dressing' for the stomach, using plants with alkalizing, anti-inflammatory, and healing properties. From the delicacy of Black Locust flowers, which soothe the sensation of pyrosis, to the regenerative power of Calendula, nature offers us precious allies for restoring the gastric mucosa. I invite you to discover how correctly prepared infusions and traditional remedies, such as cabbage juice or St. John's Wort oil, can bring back balance and peace to your digestive system.
For incipient forms of hyperacid gastritis:
Flores Robiniae (Acacia flowers) also have the property of calming the sensations of pyrosis (heartburn), being used in long-term treatments, even as a dietary tea. Infusion of 2 teaspoons of flowers to a cup of water; drink 2 cups a day, preferably between meals.
Folium Rubi idaei (Raspberry leaves). Contributes to reducing acidity. Infusion of a teaspoon of leaves to a cup of water; drink 2-3 cups a day.
As adjuvants in gastric ulcers and more advanced forms of gastritis, the following are recommended:
Folium Pulmonariae (Lungwort leaves) also contain allantoin, being healing by stimulating healthy tissues. Infusion of a tablespoon of leaves to a cup of water; drink 2-3 cups a day.
Flores Calendulae (Calendula flowers) have healing and soothing properties, being useful, including, in duodenal ulcers. Infusion of 2 teaspoons of flowers to a cup of water, quantity to be drunk during the day, preferably on an empty stomach.
Folium Plantaginis (Plantain leaves) - with healing and antibacterial action, Powder - 2-3 knife tips 2-3 times a day. Infusion of 2 tablespoons of leaves to a cup of water; take one tablespoon every 3 hours.
Herba Hyperici (St. John's Wort) has remarkable healing properties. Infusion of 1-2 teaspoons of plant to a cup of water; drink 2 times a day
Radix Liquiritiae (Licorice root) has anti-inflammatory, anti-ulcer, and healing properties. Cold maceration of 1/2 teaspoon of root to a cup of water; drink during the day.
Equiseti herb (Horsetail herb) helps neutralize increased acidity. Decoction of a teaspoon of plant to a cup of water; drink 2-3 cups during the day. It is also useful to combine some plants with antiseptic and calming action:
Flores Chamomillae (Chamomile flowers). Infusion of 1-2 teaspoons of flowers to a cup of water; drink 1-2 cups a day, on an empty stomach. Double extraction: macerate 1-2 teaspoons of flowers in 1/2 cup of water for 30 minutes in the cold; filter, and infuse the flowers with another 1/2 cup of boiling water. Mix the two liquids; drink during the day, in two doses, on an empty stomach.
Gastric tea
Flores Calendulae (Calendula flowers) Flores Chamomillae (Chamomile flowers). Flores Millefolii (Yarrow flowers) Folium Menthae (Mint leaves), Herba Taraxaci (Dandelion) - Radix Valerianae (Valerian root), Infusion of 1-2 teaspoons of the mixture to a cup of water; drink 2 cups a day.
Observation: both in the treatment of hyperacid gastritis and ulcers, good results are obtained with fresh white cabbage juice. For this purpose, grate a cabbage, add a little salt, leave to rest for 30 minutes. Squeeze, obtaining approximately 1 glass of juice. Drink 1 glass daily, between meals for a month.
List of medicinal plants from this article object of official studies (published on : pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov) :
Acacia flowers (Robinia pseudoacacia): PMCID: PMC12524521
Raspberry leaves (Rubus idaeus): PMCID: PMC11054215
Calendula flowers (Calendula officinalis): PMCID: PMC11314138
Plantain leaves (Plantago major): PMCID: PMC7142308
Licorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra): PMCID: PMC9692378
Horsetail herb (Equisetum arvense): PMCID: PMC4132922
Chamomile flowers (Matricaria chamomilla): PMCID: PMC4410481
Yarrow flowers (Achillea millefolium): PMCID: PMC12073966
Mint leaves (Mentha piperita): PMCID: PMC10420633
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Important Note: While nature provides extraordinary resources for supporting health, you must obtain a diagnosis from a licensed physician before choosing any natural treatment. Even when risks are low, any treatment must be approved by the specialist who diagnosed you to ensure it does not conflict with existing medication or pre-existing conditions. Nature supports healing, but only a doctor can correctly identify the illness and provide the appropriate therapeutic guidance.
Author's Note – May 31, 2026
My name is Costel A., and I am a passionate researcher dedicated to exploring
the role and benefits of medicinal plants. For over 20 years, I have been
gathering data from written sources and comparing this information with the
insights of doctors and phytotherapists whom I interview directly. By
cross-referencing these findings with published research databases, I have
chosen to share this collection with you.
I would also like to share the lessons I have learned throughout all these years of acquiring knowledge:
Prevention is key: The role of medicinal plants is immense when it comes to disease prevention. If you recognize the signs early and apply the right advice, you stand every chance of preventing an illness from taking hold. Therefore, I recommend applying these summaries and tips before reaching the stage of illness.
The individuality of the body: Every organism reacts differently, even to medicinal plants considered safe. Some remedies have a milder effect, while others are stronger, just as every person has different weaknesses or strengths. For this reason, it is essential to consult a phytotherapist to guide your choices.
The power of belief and the placebo effect: The third lesson relates to perception and efficacy. If you have faith in a remedy, its value and effectiveness increase—a fact demonstrated by multiple studies dedicated to the placebo effect. Therefore, when choosing a plant or a tea, seek the advice of a certified professional, but especially someone in whom you have absolute trust.