Can Peptic Ulcer Patient Drink Maltina

Ulcer is a sore in the lining of the stomach or intestine. It is treated with antibiotics and antacid. Certain food and smoking make ulcer symptoms worse. Let us find out how maltina drink affect ulcer.

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Maltina is a brand of malt. It is a lightly carbonated malt beverage, brewed from barley, hops, and water much like beer; corn and caramel color are also added. However, Maltina is non-alcoholic, it has a strong beer smell and flavor and is consumed in the same way as beer or cola in its original carbonated form.

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Maltina On Ulcer

The sugar content of maltina drinks call for concern. It contains secondary sugar. A 33cl or 330ml can of maltina contain 12.4g of carbohydrates per serving or 40.9 per cent of sugar per can or 10.2 cubes of sugar.

Over time, high blood sugar levels can damage your nerves and blood vessels. That lessens blood flow to your stomach which makes it harder for sores and cuts to heal. It makes you more likely to get an infection.

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Carbonated drinks should be avoided by ulcer patients. Phosphoric acid is one ingredient in sodas. Adding a fairly strong acid to a stomach already suffering from any kind of irritation is unwise. Additionally, the CO2 in sodas has an eroding effect on the stomach lining. You know how it feels on your tongue.