Which of the following is NOT listed as a therapeutic food for ulcers?

• A. Cabbage
• B. Aloe vera
• C. DGL licorice
• D. Ginger

Answer: (D)

Healing ulcers relies on foods that support the stomach lining and reduce irritation. Cabbage is valued for its mucosal-supporting compounds and nutrients that aid healing, making it a classic choice in ulcer-supportive nutrition. Aloe vera soothes the GI mucosa and has anti-inflammatory effects, providing comfort and protection to an inflamed lining. DGL licorice helps form a protective mucus layer on the stomach lining and can support healing without the strong mineralocorticoid effects of regular licorice.

Ginger, while excellent for nausea and improving digestion, isn’t typically listed as an ulcer-specific therapeutic food in standard holistic nutrition references. Its primary use is antiemetic and GI comfort rather than direct mucosal healing or protection for ulcers.