Finally, there is now a drug free and delicious treat to ‘treat’ stomach ulcer! What is it…? It is yogurt!

25 million people in the US alone are affected by stomach ulcers and research has shown that such ulcers are caused mainly by a type of bacteria called Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) or over-use of aspirin and or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.

A special type of yogurt containing pro-biotics and antibodies that is already on the shelves in Taiwan, Korea and Japan is on its way to the US once the medical studies are complete. The yogurt contains antibodies that suppress the activity of the ulcer causing bacteria (H. pylori), thus lowering the risk of getting an ulcer significantly.

You may wonder why use the yogurt when medications are available for stomach ulcers. Well, for one thing, it is cheaper and medications cannot be regularly afforded by many people. It is also a sweet and tasty treat that helps prevent and cures stomach ulcers as well as providing nutrition… who wouldn’t want it??!

So far 42 medical volunteers who tested positive for H. pylori have exhibited reduced bacterial activity after consuming two cups daily of either plain yogurt or yogurt containing the antibody for four weeks.

So all of you out there who love these chilled treats, cross your fingers! The new yogurt may be on the shelves soon.