How to Treat Canker Sores With Sauerkraut

The cause of canker sores is unknown but they seem to signal an imbalance in the body. They can be triggered by stress, menstrual cycles, poor nutrition, food allergies or too much candy. Follow these steps to treat canker sores with sauerkraut.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

1. Purchase sauerkraut juice. If you can't find it in a store, purchase it online.
2. Buy sauerkraut if you can't find any sauerkraut juice or it's too expensive. Drain the juice from the sauerkraut or just dip a tablespoon in it as you need it.
3. Use about a tablespoon of sauerkraut juice. Swish it around your mouth for about 30 seconds and swallow it.
4. Rinse your mouth with sauerkraut juice at least two or three times a day. Your canker sores should clear up in about a week.
5. Eat foods with sauerkraut for added benefit. Some of these foods include Reuben sandwiches, hot dogs with sauerkraut or sauerkraut and bratwurst.

Tips & Warnings

• Eat foods rich in Vitamin B such as whole grains and vegetables to prevent the recurrence of canker sores.
• Sauerkraut juice is believed to help with severe hangovers and to aid in digestion. It can also work as a laxative.
• Mix one part kraut juice with four parts tomato juice and season with horseradish or a squeeze of lemon for a zesty beverage.
• You may need to avoid dairy products or acidic foods because they may irritate the sores.
• Yogurt may be helpful in recovering from canker sores. It is believed the acidophilus culture combats the bacteria at the canker sore site.