What mineral waters are recommended for use for gastritis with high acidity?

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On a hot, sultry day, hardly anyone will refuse a glass of cool soda. This drink always quenches thirst and invigorates. However, it is worth considering how water enriched with carbon dioxide will affect human health.

Author: Tumanyan Tatevik Sergeevna

On a hot, sultry day, hardly anyone will refuse a glass of cool soda. This drink always quenches thirst and invigorates. However, it is worth considering how water enriched with carbon dioxide will affect human health.

The fact is that the beneficial and harmful properties of soda depend on the chemical composition and type. It is necessary to distinguish between water:

• Mineral – natural liquid from underground sources, which consists of dissolved mineral salts, trace elements, biologically active components;
• “Lemonades” are sweet carbonated drinks containing sugar, artificial colors, syrups, and flavors.

The latter category would benefit from replacing artificial sweeteners and additives with herbal extracts, which may be found in the following drinks:

• Tarragon includes tarragon, which normalizes the processes of the gastrointestinal tract and increases appetite;
• Duchess, when added to pear infusion, has a diuretic effect;
• Sayany, consists of ascorbic acid, lemon extract, Leuzea, essential substances that invigorate the body and increase muscle activity.

Features of choice

When the stomach becomes inflamed, hydrochloric acid begins to form in excess .
Alkaline and sulfide types of water, containing large quantities of bicarbonates, salts and metal ions, help reduce its production.

This mineral water for gastritis:

1. Helps reduce acidity.
2. Stimulates mucus formation.
3. Reduces the effect of hydrogen chloride.

Reference! It is better to drink healing mineral water directly from the well, but if it is not possible to go to a sanatorium, you need to open the package of water at least 10 hours before taking it, then carbon dioxide will be released.
When the blood is saturated with iodine, iron, sodium, bromine, which are present in alkaline water, metabolic processes are accelerated . Food does not stagnate in the stomach and is quickly sent to the intestines.

Hydrocarbonate and sulfide types of mineral water are sold in glass and plastic bottles.

When purchasing medicinal water, you need to pay attention to the label where the pH level is written . With high acidity, this indicator should be greater than 7.

Using soda for cosmetic purposes

Carbonated mineral water has long been used in cosmetology. Women often wash their faces with it because the environment of soda is close to that of the skin. With plain water this value is higher, which is why the skin suffers from drying out.

In addition, mineral carbonated water contains soda, which eliminates oily shine on the face. To improve the color, blood circulation and metabolic processes of the skin, you should wash your face with cold soda in the morning. You need to select water according to your skin type:

• For oily people – highly mineralized;
• For dry – low-mineralized;
• For combination – medium mineralized.

Carbonated mineral water is also used to improve the condition of hair and scalp. It is best to use a liquid with a low salt content so as not to dry out the strands. After washing, the skin is toned, the bulbs are strengthened, subcutaneous sebum secretion is reduced, and a natural shine appears.

The benefits of medicinal mineral water

When, when heaviness in the abdomen or stomach pain occurs, a person does not drink a bunch of pills, but consults a doctor and begins, following the recommendations, to drink mineral water, he will definitely feel relief.

After treatment:

1. Salt balance is normalized.
2. The body is saturated with useful substances.
3. Acidity decreases.
4. The production of enzymes is accelerated.
5. Peristalsis increases.

Attention! The patient no longer suffers from heartburn, and the specific smell from the mouth disappears. Food is digested faster, a person no longer suffers from constipation or stomach pain.

History of the water source

Mineral water "Rychal-Su" is extracted naturally, without drilling a well. It comes to the surface by gravity, having previously passed through several layers of rocks. The Rychal-Su spring is located in the mountains of Dagestan, starting from the glaciers of Mount Shalbuzdag. This is a low-thermal spring, the water temperature in which is about 36 °C. The aquifer is located in rocks of Middle Jurassic origin. Therefore, the water is enriched with many useful minerals.

Reviews of “Rychal-Su” note that, unlike other mineral waters, it is extracted naturally. When receiving it, the natural balance is not disturbed. Therefore, it has a constant mineral composition and impeccable taste.

The healing power of this spring, located near the village of Tsmur, was discovered at the end of the 19th century. In 1862, newspapers wrote about the Rychal-Su mineral water. Reviews about it were already positive. People noted not only its pleasant mild taste, but also its high healing properties. At first the source was called “Rychal-Kamsky”, in the 20th century it was renamed. The water quickly became popular even among wealthy people in big cities. Therefore, at the very end of the 19th century, medical studies were carried out that proved the healing properties of Rychal-Su water. Reviews from doctors already noted that it is effective not only for prevention, but also for the treatment of many diseases. It was believed that it gives strength to weakened patients, tones and improves mood.

Main contraindications

Healing drinks should not be consumed uncontrollably , and incorrect selection, too frequent use, is not only ineffective for gastritis, but also leads to changes in the salt balance.

Mineral water is contraindicated:

• 
  in case of circulatory disorders;

• with acute pyelonephritis;
• for cardiovascular pathologies;
• for intestinal and stomach bleeding;
• with severe vomiting;
• blockage of the ducts through which bile exits;
• with urolithiasis.

Expectant mothers suffering from gestosis should not drink alkaline water. You cannot combine mineral water with alcohol or drink it after intoxication.

Any pathology causes discomfort to people. For gastritis with high acidity, it is recommended to combine mineral water with other therapeutic measures. Only with complex therapy is the effect guaranteed.

Carefully! Gas bubbles, which are contained in water from a bottle that has not had time to settle, irritate the walls and mucous membrane of the stomach, which is fraught with gastroesophageal reflux.

When exactly is it not possible?

Despite the beneficial composition of mineral water, there are a number of contraindications to its use .

• 
  problems with blood circulation;

• cardiovascular disorders;
• gastritis in the acute stage;
• serious disruptions in the gastrointestinal tract;
• severe vomiting and nausea;
• any bleeding;
• alcohol intoxication and hangover;
• children under 3 years of age;
• toxicosis in late pregnancy.

Women carrying a baby should consult a doctor about the permitted type and dosage of mineral water.

You should not drink mineral water uncontrollably, which can lead to:

• disruption of metabolic processes,
• burping,
• damage to tooth enamel.
• stone formation in the kidneys and gall bladder.

You should know that if you have gastritis, you should not drink mineral water with gas. It irritates the walls of the stomach or can cause a sudden release of gastric juice, which will lead to a burn of the mucous membrane.

Types of mineral water that you can drink with this disease

Alkaline water, recommended for gastritis, contains significant amounts of bicarbonates .

Stimulate metabolism, prevent the formation of hydrochloric acid, improve digestion:

• "Essentuki";
• "Shayanskaya";
• "Glade Kupel";
• "Luzhanskaya";
• "Mitarbi".

Borjomi water, discovered near a mountain river in Georgia, began to be used for stomach diseases at the beginning of the 19th century .

This mineral water owes its healing properties to the presence in high concentrations of:

• chlorine and magnesium;
• sulfur and sodium;
• potassium and boron.

“Borjomi” not only reduces acidity, but also relieves the feeling of heaviness in the stomach, belching, and nausea.

For gastritis, it is recommended to drink 300 ml of mineral water 1.5 hours before meals , and to eliminate heartburn - 30 minutes before eating.

Luzhanskaya hydrocarbonate water has a similar composition, which began to be used in European countries in the 19th century after research by Hungarian pharmacists. The source of the mineral water, which in some places rises to the surface, is located at a depth of 100 m in the Carpathian region.

Water, which
consists of 96% bicarbonates, is recommended for use for gastritis with high acidity , which is accompanied by heaviness in the abdomen and heartburn.
The doctor usually recommends that the patient try a quarter glass of mineral water per day, and within 3 days increase the dosage to 200 ml at a time.

Reference! Polyana Kvasova water was used by residents of Transcarpathia for domestic needs 5 centuries ago, but the fact that it has medicinal properties was proven by the Hungarian pharmacist Moliar only at the beginning of the 20th century.

Alkaline mineral water is extracted from a spring whose depth is 150 m . “Polyana Kvasova” reduces inflammation and restores salt metabolism in case of gastritis.

If the acidity is high, drink the water hot. To eliminate an attack of heartburn, drink 1/3 cup in small sips. The duration of taking Polyana Kvasova for the treatment of gastritis is sometimes one and a half months.

Sodium chloride water “Mirgorodskaya” is odorless, but not everyone likes its salty taste. The composition of the mineral water is rich in micro and macroelements , which enhance the therapeutic effect.

Contained in water:

• vitamins of most groups;
• silicic acid:
• organic substances.

Bicarbonates, which are sent to the stomach when taking Mirgorodskaya, restore secretion.

Calcium ions stimulate the formation of enzymes. Water treats chronic gastritis with different acidity.

Mineral water heated to 40° should be drunk an hour to an hour and a half before eating food. This allows you to get rid of heaviness in the abdomen, pain and cramps in the stomach.

The chloride-carbonate waters of “Essentuki”, discovered in the Stavropol Territory, were first studied and described by academician from St. Petersburg A. Nelyubov and are extracted from several wells at different depths.

Attention! With the correct dosage, mineral water helps cure gastritis, reduce acidity, and eliminate heaviness in the stomach.

After using "Essentuki":

1. Metabolism is restored.
2. Mucus released during gastritis is removed.
3. The formation of enzymes in the stomach increases.

Drink 200 ml of the drink three times a day, heated to 40° , use mineral water not only for treatment, but also for the prevention of gastritis, increasing acidity for 3, maximum 4 weeks.

The mineralization of Slavyanovskaya water, extracted at a depth of more than 300 m, is low, but a large percentage of sulfates and hydrocarbonates allows it to be used for the treatment of gastritis.

Metal ions contained in the soft-tasting drink enhance metabolism. Drink mineral water three times a day before meals.

Scope of application

Mineral water treats diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, kidneys, urinary tract and endocrine system, as well as metabolic disorders. Water has a healing effect on organs such as the stomach, intestines, liver, gall bladder, pancreas, kidneys, ureters, thyroid gland and bronchi.

It is important to consider the degree of mineralization of water. For therapeutic effects, water of low and medium mineralization is mainly used.

Medium mineralized waters have a pronounced tonic effect on the body. High mineralization waters are used less frequently, mainly as a laxative.

When using mineral water, it is also necessary to take into account its composition (different minerals have different effects on the body), temperature, acidity, carbonation and method of application. Thus, cold water increases motor secretory activity, enhances intestinal motility and has a laxative effect. Hot and warm mineral water, on the contrary, reduces motility, has an antispasmodic and analgesic effect, relaxes the smooth muscles of the intestines and causes stool retention. As for the ways to use mineral water, there are many of them: ingestion, in the form of baths, compresses, lotions, irrigations, microenemas, inhalations and tubages.

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Rules of use

Despite the high healing properties of this water and its mild taste, it is advisable to take it in limited quantities. In the presence of various pathologies, it is better to drink it as prescribed by a doctor in a certain dosage. It is not advisable to drink this water daily, as this can lead to an overdose of iodine and other trace elements. Its risk especially increases with the simultaneous use of multivitamins.

When using “Rychal-Su” for medicinal purposes, gases are first released from it and heated to body temperature. Drink water three times a day, half an hour before meals. Start taking with 75-100 ml, bringing one-time use to 200-300 ml.

Let's look at its composition and see for ourselves:

• Sulfates: Reduce gastric secretion.
• Chlorine: 450-550 Affects the excretory function of the kidneys.
• Iodine: 0.3 - 0.6 Iodine is responsible for the functioning of the heart and supports the immune system. This is an essential element for the human body that must be obtained daily.
• Bicarbonate: 2500 - 3000 Affects gastric secretion due to the release of carbon dioxide and interaction with gastric juice.
• Calcium: Calcium is responsible for the condition of our bones and teeth. Its influence also extends to the cardiovascular and nervous systems. This element is also essential for the health of your body.
• Magnesium: Has the ability to lower blood pressure and reduce spasms of the gallbladder. It is also useful for high cholesterol. Magnesium is also known for its beneficial effect on the nervous system. It also removes radionuclides from the body.
• Sodium + Potassium: 1200-1450 The combination of these elements stabilizes the required pressure in the tissue and interstitial fluids of the body. Potassium is also important for the action of a large number of enzymes in the human body. It also has a diuretic effect.

Such a rich chemical composition of water preserves the non-standard location of the source. Unlike others, water is not obtained by drilling a well, but in a slightly different way. The mineral water seems to flow out of itself from a rock source, and it is located at an altitude of 1120 meters from ground level.

At the moment, there is a whole plant complex next to the well, so bottling it right at the source preserves all the beneficial properties in it and ensures long-term storage.

Signs and criteria for assessing mineral waters

Mineral waters are evaluated according to a number of characteristics that determine their composition, and therefore their effect on the body. External signs include taste, smell, color:

• the content of hydrogen sulfide in water can be determined by its characteristic odor, perceptible at very considerable distances, and carbonated waters are distinguished by spontaneous but violent release of gas in sources;
• the taste of mineral waters is varied - from neutral to salty and bitter, which is again due to the chemical composition of the water;
• color can be assessed relative to externally used mineral waters, based on the content of ferruginous, siliceous, calcareous, and fluorine deposits in the sources, which is typical, respectively, for ferruginous, siliceous, carbon dioxide/calcium, and fluoride waters.

Natural mineral waters are produced at the appropriate temperature, in addition, during processing it can change. Higher temperatures promote the dissolution of salts, but such water has a lower gas content. At low degrees, carbonated but less salty water is formed. Cold mineral waters are considered to be those with a temperature below 20°C, warm - 20-35°C, hot - 35-42°C, and, moreover, very hot.

A sign of medicinal mineral waters is considered to be an acidity level with a pH value of 6.8-8.5. The chemical and gas composition of water becomes a separate indicator; soda, sulfate, chloride, iodide, and bromide waters are distinguished.

Other criteria for medicinal mineral waters include:

• general mineralization of water, that is, the amount of substances dissolved in it;
• ionic composition of mineral waters;
• gas composition of mineral waters;
• content of mineral and organic trace elements;
• radioactivity of mineral waters;
• temperature of mineral waters;
• acidity of mineral waters or their active reaction of waters.

People's reviews about this water

Everyone who has ever tried this water notes its soft, pleasant taste. The advantages of “Rychal-Su”, reviews from various people include its safety, high quality and healing properties. Some note a somewhat high price compared to other mineral waters. A 0.5 liter bottle of “Rychal-Su” costs about 50 rubles. Although it is much cheaper than Borjomi, which is also valued for its pleasant taste.

Reviews of the Rychal-Su mineral water note that it not only tastes better than some other mineral waters, but also has a noticeable positive effect. Many people use it to improve the functioning of the stomach, liver or intestines, while others use it for sedative purposes. Some people, with its help, were able to improve their skin condition and get rid of acne.