Gastritis is an inflammation of the stomach lining and is usually caused by an infection. People with the condition will usually suffer from burning or discomfort in the abdominal area. There are various different forms of the condition and they will all take on different symptoms and consequences.

If you think you have gastritis it is important to seek medical advice as a doctor will be able to assess the type you have and treat you accordingly. There are number of alternative treatments that can be beneficial and as with so many conditions dietary supplements could be very useful.

There are a number of herbs that have been recommended for the condition and they include liquorice, goldenseal, chamomile and marsh mallow among others. Other therapies that could be beneficial include acupuncture, acupressure, yoga, and reflexology.