Treating Mouth Ulcers Through Herbs

The open sores which appear in the mouth are called as mouth ulcers. They are white or yellow in color, and are usually accompanied with a pain, which is felt at the time of eating. The pain is quite severe when salty or spicy food passes over the ulcer. Mouth ulcers can occur anywhere in the mouth – on the inner surface of the cheeks, lips, tongue, palate and at the base of the gums.

There are several factors that can cause it. Some of them are as follows:-

1 Wrong diet

2 Digestive problems such as constipation

3 Hormonal imbalances, especially during puberty in girls

4 Anemia

5 Constant stress

6 Hereditary factors

7 Infection of the herpes simplex virus

8 Irritation by some chemicals, tobacco and alcohol

(1) Useful Herbs in the Treatment of Mouth Ulcers

1. Banyan (Ficus religiosa)

A decoction of the bark of the banyan tree reduces the pain caused by mouth ulcers.
2. Chebulic Myrobalan (Terminalia chebula)
The chebulic myrobalan is a element of the Triphala choorna, of which the amalaki is also an vital component. Its bark helps in reducing the pain of the ulcers. It also helps in eliminating constipation problems which is the one of the cause of ulcers.

3. Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum graecum)

Fenugreek leaves help in curing mouth ulcers. An mixture of these leaves is used for gargling. Fenugreek is a strong agent on the ulcers.

4. Henna (Lawsonium alba)

Henna is a cooling herb. It can provide a relaxing effect on the ulcers. It is used with water for gargling.

5. Indian Gooseberry (Emblica officinalis)

The Indian gooseberry or amalaki has a double effect on ulcers. Used as a gargling solution, it can relax the pain of the ulcers. Secondly it can deal with constipation, which is normally one of the important factors causing ulcers in the mouth.

6. Kattha (Acacia catechu)

Kattha is an extract of the Acacia catechu plant, known commonly in the west as the catechu plant. This has astringent properties. This is used to cure ulcers.

7. Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra)

Licorice is used for several oral and dental problems. It is a part of several toothpaste brands. Its stem and leaves helps in cleansing the mouth efficiently. Apart from controlling the sores, it can refresh the mouth and cleanse the teeth.

8. Turmeric (Curcuma longa)

Turmeric is also a cooling agent. It helps in relieving mouth ulcers. It is mixed in water and the suspension is used for gargling.

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