Bland Foods: Just What Are They?

Bland foods you can eat

Here some foods you can eat on a bland diet:

• Milk and other dairy products, low-fat only
• Cooked, canned, or frozen vegetables
• Fruit and vegetable juices
• Cooked or canned fruit with the skin and seeds removed, such as applesauce or canned peaches
• Breads, crackers and pasta made with refined white flour
• Refined hot cereals, such as oatmeal and cream of wheat
• Lean, tender meats, such as poultry, whitefish, and shellfish that are steamed, baked, or grilled with no added fat
• Creamy peanut butter
• Pudding and custard
• Eggs
• Tofu
• Soup, especially broth
• Weak tea

Foods to Avoid
Here are some foods you should NOT eat when you are on a bland diet:

• Fatty dairy foods, such as whipped cream or high-fat ice cream
• Strong cheeses, such as bleu or Roquefort
• Raw vegetables
• Vegetables that make you gassy, such as broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumber, green peppers and corn
• Fresh berries and other fresh fruit
• Dried fruit
• Whole-grain or bran cereals
• Whole-grain breads, crackers, or pasta
• Pickles, sauerkraut, and similar foods
• Spices, such as hot pepper and garlic
• Foods with a lot of sugar or honey in them
• Seeds and nuts
• Highly seasoned cured or smoked meats and fish
• Fried foods

You should also avoid medicine that contains aspirin or ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) Other diet tips
Here are some tips for when you are on a bland diet:

• Eat small meals, and eat more often during the day.
• Chew your food slowly, and chew it well.
• Stop cigarette smoking, if you smoke.
• Do not eat within 2 hours of when you go to bed.
• Stop eating foods that are NOT on the “do not” list if you don’t feel well after eating them.
• Drink fluids slowly.

Updated by: George F Longstreth, MD, Department of Gastroenterology, Kaiser Permanente Medical Care Program San Diego, California. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

Bland Diet

Your healthcare provider may recommend a bland diet if you have an upset stomach. It consists of foods that are mild and easy to digest. It is better to eat small frequent meals rather than 3 large meals a day.

Beverages

OK: Fruit juices, non-caffeinated teas and coffee, non-carbonated waters

Avoid: Carbonated beverage, caffeinated tea and coffee, all alcoholic beverages

Bread

OK: Refined white, wheat or rye bread, graham or soda crackers, Melba toast, plain rolls, bagels

Avoid: Whole-grain bread

Cereal

OK: Refined cereals: cooked or ready to eat

Avoid: Whole-grain cereals and granola, or those containing bran, seeds or nuts

Desserts

OK: Peanut butter and all others except those to “avoid”

Avoid: Chocolate, cocoa, coconut, popcorn, nuts, seeds, jam, marmalade

Fruits

OK: Canned, cooked, frozen or fresh fruits without seeds or tough skin

Avoid: Olives, skin and seeds of fruit, dried fruit

Meats

OK: All fresh or preserved meat, fish and fowl

Avoid: Any that are prepared with those spices to “avoid”

Cheese and eggs

OK: Eggs, cottage cheese, cream cheese, other cheeses

Avoid: All cheeses made with those spices to “avoid”

Potatoes and pasta

OK: Potato, rice, macaroni, noodles, spaghetti

Avoid: None

Soups

OK: All soups without heavy seasoning

Avoid: Soups made with those spices to “avoid”

Vegetables

OK: Canned, cooked, fresh or frozen mildly flavored vegetables without seeds, skins or coarse fiber

Avoid: Vegetables prepared with those spices to “avoid”; skin and seeds of vegetables and those with coarse fiber, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumber, green peppers, and corn

Spices

OK: Salt, lemon and limejuice, vinegar, all extracts, sage, cinnamon, thyme, mace, allspice, paprika

Avoid: Chili powder, cloves, pepper, seed spices, garlic, gravy pickles, highly seasoned salad dressings

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Bland Diet – Foods to Avoid, Small Meal Ideas

What is a Bland Diet?

Bland diet incorporates easily digestible food which does not irritate the gastrointestinal tract. It includes soft, well-cooked, low-fiber foods with minimum use of spices and oil. It is recommended for people who have undergone intestinal surgeries and for those undergoing treatment for vomiting, acid reflux, ulcers, nausea and diarrhea.

Bland diet includes foods that minimize irritation and discomfort for patients suffering from digestive and intestinal health problems.

Certain Foods that You can Eat while on a Bland Diet are:

• Low-fat dairy products such as milk, cottage cheese and other mild cheeses. Two to three servings of milk products are considered ideal for those on a bland diet.
• Canned or frozen vegetables, cooked vegetables and certain vegetables in juice form. The vegetables recommended to eat when on a bland diet are pumpkin, potatoes, sweet potato, beets, green peas, asparagus, mushrooms and carrots.
• Fruits juices, ripe banana, apples without skin, canned peaches, stewed apple and applesauce.
• Breads, muffins, pasta prepared from refined flour, refined cereals rice, cream of wheat, pudding, custard Tender and lean meat, fish, shellfish, turkey, chicken, and chicken stock. For a bland diet it is best to stick to cooking methods for meats such as steaming, grilling or baking with no added fat.
• Tofu
• Eggs

Foods to Avoid on a Bland Diet

Avoid the below-mentioned foods when on a bland diet:

• For those on a bland diet for treating diarrhea must avoid all dairy products
• Fresh cream, whipped cream, strong cheese like Roquefort and bleu
• Vegetables such as green pepper, dried peas, onions, corn, cabbage, celery, cauliflower and cucumber
• Wild rice, bran cereals, whole grains, nuts, seeds
• Dried fruits, berries, fresh fruit
• Fried foods, pickles, highly seasoned foods
• Sugary foods, foods with honey, pastries, candies, syrups, marshmallows, molasses, chocolate, peppermint
• Mustard, garlic, chili, onions and hot peppers
• Tea, coffee and alcoholic beverages

When Should You be on a Bland Diet?

Bland diet can be beneficial for improving certain health conditions and for faster recovery after surgeries involving the digestive tract.

• Frequent heartburn and other gastrointestinal health problems: Eating bland foods in short intervals throughout the day can alleviate gastric acidity and also provide relief from gastrointestinal problems and heartburn.
• Diarrhea: Bland dishes made of rice and steamed vegetables during diarrhea, relieves bloating of the stomach, abdominal cramps and stomach pain.
• Eosinophilic esophagitis: It is an inflammation in the esophagus with symptoms such as heartburn and difficulty in swallowing. Eosinophilic esophagitis patients are specifically asked to refrain from caffeine.

• Ulcers: Bland diet for ulcers patients must be made with no or mild seasoning. Small frequent meals are better than a few large meals as foods are easily digested when consumed in small quantities.
• For people with gallbladder stones, a bland diet with fresh juices of fruits and vegetables can be safely consumed.
• Hiatal hernia: For people suffering from hiatal hernia, a condition where stomach pushes into the diaphragm, a bland diet with no extreme food temperatures can greatly help that is the bland foods must not be very cold or very hot.
• Bland diet can also aid weight loss. But it is not recommended for long-term use. It is the controlled meal plans, low-fat dairy products, low-sugar foods and minimal use of oil in a bland diet that contributes to weight loss.
• For breastfeeding women with sensitive stomach, your doctor might recommend eating a bland diet. This is also recommended when infants suffer from colic as a result of their mothers diet.

Other Bland Food Small Meal Ideas:

• Baked sweet potato
• Grilled carrot sticks with cottage cheese
• Pasta made with spinach and mushrooms
• Noodles with eggs and vegetables
• Rice porridge with carrots, potatoes and spinach

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Definition/Introduction

A bland diet is a regimented diet option that a physician can use to help optimize his or her patient’s overall health condition. The bland diet is a useful modality to employ when managing a patient with persistent gastrointestinal complaints, acid-peptic disease, excess gas formation or in certain postsurgical patients. The bland diet is sometimes referred to as a “low residue diet” or “soft diet.” A bland diet is easier to break down and digest, therefore it gives rest to the gastrointestinal tract. It is also less acidic and causes fewer bowel movements. [1]

The bland diet comprises of easily digestible foods that are soft-consistency, low-fiber, cooked, gentle to the gastrointestinal tract and usually non-spicy. A typical such diet includes, but is not limited to, low-fat dairy products, eggs, broth, pudding, fruit juices, cream of wheat, tofu, lean meat (skinless chicken, fish,…), bland vegetables (beet, bean, spinach, carrot,…), eggs, and tea. The diet also eliminates raw or uncooked foods.

What is avoided in this diet is typically anything “non-bland.” This might include fried food, spices, seeds and nuts, acidic fruits (berries, grapes, oranges, lemons, limes,…), whole-grain bread (wheat, whole wheat pasta, cereal,…), fatty dairy food (whole milk, whipped cream, ice-cream,.. .), non-lean meat (beef, fried fish, chicken with attached skin), dressings and sauces, pickles, alcoholic beverages, strong cheeses, and vegetables that cause excesses flatulence (cabbage, cauliflower, onion, pepper…). 

Avoiding some of these elements will change the taste of the foods and affect our pattern of eating. There is no easy answer or solution for this, but some changes and substitution might ease the difficulties. Some raw fruits can be substituted with pureed fruits and compotes; nuts can be replaced with nut butter, nutmeg with cinnamon,…; Broiling or mashing some foods, rather than frying them, might be quite helpful. Beverages are habitual and can easily be substituted. Fruit water or tea can replace soda, coffee, and energy drinks. 

The bland diet is most useful in adjunct to lifestyle modifications for a patient that struggles with gastric or duodenal ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), excess flatulence, food poisoning, gastroenteritis, traveler’s diarrhea, inflammatory bowel disease, diverticulosis or heartburn. It may be utilized in a patient before colonic procedures like colonoscopy. [2]  Also, the bland diet is a viable option after stomach and intestinal surgeries when the patient is being transitioned back to a regular diet.[3] The bland diet is mostly a temporary measure and not a permanent one. 

Issues of Concern

Several barriers could prevent a patient from adhering to the bland diet. First, many patients may find the overall texture and lack of seasoning not palatable and unsatisfying. To follow the diet correctly, there are certain items a patient must take special care to avoid. The patient should avoid or strictly limit alcohol and caffeine consumption as these components can cause worsening of a patient’s reflux symptoms by causing the lower esophageal sphincter to relax. There is a linear relationship between alcohol consumption and increased risk of worsening reflux or developing GERD. Any known food that will cause the lower esophageal sphincter to relax such as peppermint, chocolate, spicy foods, garlic, tomatoes, and some citrus can also worsen reflux and cause gastrointestinal complaints. Patient compliance at home with eliminating or minimizing these items consumption is essential for adherence to a proper bland diet.[4]

Like any other diets, strict attention to portion control and multiple frequent low volume eating (as opposed to infrequent big-volume late-night meals) is of prime importance. It is very rare that dieting -or bland diets- cause nutritional deficiencies. This can only happen with extreme measures. Eating slowly and avoidance of lying down soon after eating is strongly recommended. Chewing slowly and not going to bed less than 3 hours after eating are of prime importance. If you are eating it and it makes you feel tired, weird, uncomfortable, gassy,…; don’t eat it anymore. [5]   

Clinical Significance

A bland diet is a useful tool in the process of advancing the diet after surgery and might be a new permanent diet. The soft, low fiber, easily digestible foods create less stress on the GI tract and allow it to heal more effectively. Furthermore, specific patient populations, like post-gastric bypass patients, also have a new lifestyle and mode of eating to which they must adhere to so that to decrease the risk of complication and help facilitate long term weight loss. The bland diet is a useful tool in this regard and can be a good starting point while counseling patients about dietary modifications. A bland diet is designed primarily to help patients recover from gastrointestinal conditions or surgeries in which gentle digestion would be beneficial. However, it is not as effective as the sole long-term weight loss diet solution. The bland diet must be used along with strict portion size control to achieve an initial weight loss goal. Overall, the bland diet is an excellent choice for patients that have gastrointestinal complaints or are post-surgical.[6][7]

Most patients have a pre-existing knowledge that when they are having gastrointestinal complaints such as nausea and vomiting, they should limit food intake to a BRAT diet. A BRAT diet is bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast. However, most people do not understand that this is not synonymous with a bland diet. A bland diet is more extensive and focuses on decreasing the amount of work required by the entire GI system. In addition to the foods included in the bland diet, it also requires the total elimination of certain foods from a patient’s food intake. Fried and high-fat foods, strong cheeses, and whole grains need to be eliminated or minimally consumed. Additionally, medications like aspirin and ibuprofen are to be avoided or minimized while on this diet to decrease gastric ulcer formation risk. Postoperative patients that have undergone esophagus, stomach, or intestinal based surgical procedures can also benefit from the bland diet.

Although all these might be true and common sense, there is little in the shape of actual factual evidence and clinical trials confirming it. Clinical trials of this sort (to focus on diets and specific elimination and inclusion) are notoriously hard to perform and can be costly and prone to confounding. Nevertheless, it is a potentially good area for possible research, and it is a “sexy” topic since almost all humans are interested in food intake and different kinds of food. 

Low Fiber Diet / Soft Foods Diet

When Should You Consider, Food Chart, Simple Recipes

Eating a bland diet is often recommended for conditions like gastritis, ulcer, diarrhea, and reflux disease. By adhering to a bland diet, patients can experience relief from symptoms and promote healing of the digestive system, particularly after surgery.

A bland diet consists of soft foods that are not spicy and low in fiber. Too much fiber can be taxing on the digestive system so if it isn’t working properly.

A bland diet is based on the principals of avoiding spicy foods, fried food, raw food, as well as alcohol and caffeine.

You should follow a bland diet until otherwise notified by your doctor. They will instruct you on when it is safe to resume eating all types of food once again.

When should you be on a bland diet?

The premise of a bland diet is avoiding or at least limiting your intake of foods that can irritate the digestive system. A bland diet is therefore recommended for individuals dealing with certain health conditions or recovering from surgery.

Some of these conditions include acid reflux or frequent heartburn, diarrhea, eosinophilic esophagitis, ulcers, frequent gallstones, and hiatal hernia. People who are looking to lose weight and breastfeeding women who have a sensitive stomach can benefit from a bland diet, too.

Bland diet: Foods to eat and avoid

Foods you can eat while on a bland diet include:

• Milk and other dairy products, low-fat or fat-free only
• Cooked, canned, or frozen vegetables
• Fruit juices and vegetable juices (some people, especially GERD patients, may want to avoid citrus juices)
• Breads, crackers, and pasta made with refined white flour
• Refined hot cereals
• Lean, tender meats, such as poultry, whitefish, and shellfish that are steamed, baked, or grilled with no added fat
• Creamy peanut butter
• Pudding and custard
• Eggs
• Tofu
• Soup, especially broth
• Weak tea

Foods to avoid on a bland diet include:

• Fatty dairy foods, such as whipped cream or high-fat ice cream
• Strong cheeses, such as bleu or Roquefort
• Raw vegetables
• Vegetables that make you gassy, such as broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumber, green peppers, and corn
• Seedy fruits such as berries or figs
• Dried fruits
• Whole-grain or bran cereals
• Whole-grain breads, crackers, or pasta
• Pickles, sauerkraut, and similar foods
• Spices, such as hot pepper and garlic
• Foods with a lot of sugar
• Seeds and nuts
• Highly seasoned, cured or smoked meats and fish
• Fried foods
• Alcoholic beverages and drinks with caffeine

Bland diet chart

The bland diet chart below developed by Genesis and outlines what to eat and what to avoid in each food category.

Bland diet suggestions

There are other considerations to be aware of when embarking on a bland diet. You should switch to eating smaller meals more frequently, make sure you chew your food slowly and properly, quit smoking, avoid eating within two hours of bedtime, eliminate foods on the “avoid” list, drink fluids slowly, and avoid medications that contain aspirin or ibuprofen as these can be irritating for the stomach.

Bland diet sample menu

To get started, here is a sample bland diet three-day menu.

Related: Gastritis stomach inflammation symptoms, causes and treatment

90,000 Low fiber diet – what it is and what foods to eat and avoid

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A low fiber diet restricts fiber and other foods that are difficult to digest. Fiber is made up of plant material that the body cannot completely digest. The remainder is undigested food, mainly the fiber that makes up the stool. A diet low in fiber will help reduce the amount of undigested food, hence reducing bowel and stool volume.

Health professionals recommend a low-fiber or low-fiber diet before certain surgeries. The low fiber diet is usually carried out for a short duration. You should always consult with a dietitian to plan a low fiber diet. Due to impaired absorption of nutrients, you may need to include vitamins in your diet.

Low Fiber Diet

• Low Fiber Diet Sample Menu
• Low Fiber Diet Food List
• Low Fiber Diet Recipe
• Role of Exercise
• Benefits Low Fiber Diet
• Side Effects Low Fiber Diet
• DOS Etiquette
• Questions and Answers

Low Fiber Diet Sample Menu

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Low Fiber Diet Food List

A low fiber diet limits the intake of fiber and several other important nutrients. Therefore, you should not look at this diet as a long-term solution to your symptoms. In general, you need to stay away from whole grains, nuts, and seeds as they are full of fiber. However, there are many other foods you can enjoy as part of your diet.

1. Cereals

• White rice, gourmet pasta and noodles
• Boiled cereals
• Cold flakes such as corn flakes
• Refined white flour bread and crackers

2.Fruits and vegetables

Usually the skin and seeds of the fruit are fibrous. Hence, you must cleanse your skin and avoid seeds to enjoy a soft, low fiber diet. Below is a list of fruits and vegetables you can include in your low fiber diet:

• Asparagus tips
• green beans
• mushrooms
• Spinach
• Squash without seeds
• pumpkin
• Potatoes without skin
• Ripe banana
• Cantaloupe
• Avocado
• Canned pears without skin and seeds

3.

Dairy products

You can consume milk and other dairy products, but in moderation. However, if you suffer from lactose intolerance, you should stay away from milk and other dairy products.

4. Meat

The good news about the low fiber diet is that there are no restrictions on meat and poultry intake. You can eat beef, chicken, lamb, and pork if they are soft, tender, and lean.

5.Fats, spices and sauces

You can eat the following as part of your low fiber diet:

• Margarine
• Oil
• oil
• Ketchup
• Mayonnaise
• Sour cream
• Jelly
• Honey
• Soy sauce
• Salad dressing

You can also eat simple cakes, biscuits, pudding, custard, pretzels, hard candy, ice cream, and Eskimos.When it comes to drinks, you should be looking at decaffeinated coffee and soda. Caffeine can irritate your stomach. You can also drink fresh vegetable juices. Remember to tighten them before consuming, however.

Foods to avoid

There are certain foods that must be completely eliminated from your diet when you are on a low fiber diet. These products include the following:

• nuts
• Seeds
• Raw fruits and dried fruits
• Whole grains and whole grains
• Beans and Lentils
• Vegetables rich in fiber such as broccoli, peas and Brussels sprouts
• Tofu
• Pickles
• Cheese with fruits, nuts and seeds
• Popcorn
• Fruit juices with pulp
• olives
• Sauerkraut
• Peanut butter
• Saves
• Tofu

Low Fiber Diet Recipe

Baked fish with asparagus and green beans

What you need

• Salmon fillet
• 5 tips of asparagus
• 6 green beans
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 stem of thyme
• 1 teaspoon oil
• Salt and pepper

How to prepare

1. Marinate fish with salt, pepper and lemon juice for 10 minutes.
2. Wash vegetables and remove inedible parts and place in a bowl.
3. Add olive oil, oil, salt and pepper to a bowl and mix well.
4. Place the fish in the baking tray, blot some oil and bake at 180 ° C for 5 minutes.
5. Remove the baking sheet and add the vegetables. Bake for another 5 minutes.

Vegetarian alternative

If you do not want to eat meat, you can use mashed potatoes (peeled).

Role of Exercise

Regular exercise will keep you active, strengthen muscles and strengthen your bones. Try to include at least 20 minutes of exercise in your daily routine. Walking, falling out, jogging, ladder workout, rope jumping, cycling, and yoga are recommended.

Benefits Low Fiber Diet

• Beneficial for people with inflammatory bowel diseases such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease.
• Soothes the stomach and prevents bloating, diarrhea and stomach cramps.
• More nutrients are absorbed as transit time in the intestine increases.

Side Effects Low Fiber Diet

• May cause nutritional deficiencies that can lead to a range of health problems.
• Because fiber helps to mobilize fat, a low-fiber diet can lead to weight gain.

A low fiber diet can help calm the intestinal walls and help you feel better. Check fiber content before purchasing vegetables, fruits, and grains. Follow a low fiber diet only if your doctor advises you to do so. If you experience stomach pain even after a low fiber diet, see your doctor immediately. In addition, staying on a low fiber diet can lead to nutritional deficiencies.Hence, you must take strained fruit and vegetable juices along with a multivitamin supplement.

Questions and Answers

• How much fiber is in a low fiber diet?

Approximately 1 gram of fiber per serving is allowed for people with inflammatory bowel diseases such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease.

• Can I eat chocolate on a low fiber diet?

Yes, you can eat chocolate on a low fiber diet. However, you cannot have chocolate that contains nuts.

• Should I follow a low fiber diet before colonoscopy?

Colonoscopy is a procedure to look at any inflammation, bleeding, ulcer, cancer, and polyps in the lining of the colon. Because foods high in fiber are difficult to digest and can cause inflammation in the lining of the colon, it is recommended that a low-fiber diet be followed prior to colonoscopy.

• Should I follow a low fiber diet if I have diverticulitis?

Small pockets or sacs formed in the lining of the intestines can sometimes become infected and inflamed. This condition is known as diverticulitis. Your doctor may recommend that you stay on a low-fiber diet for a while to shrink your intestines (a high-fiber diet causes your intestines to swell) and the infection will heal.Follow your doctor’s opinion before following a low fiber diet.

• Should I follow a low fiber diet if I have ulcerative colitis?

When the lining of the colon becomes ulcerated, it causes diarrhea and severe pain. A low-fiber diet may be recommended by your doctor to calm the colon lining. Check with your doctor to find out the cause of stomach pain and diarrhea before starting a low fiber diet.

• Does a low fiber diet cause constipation?

While on a low fiber or low fiber diet, you have less bowel volume and your bowel walls need extra movement and energy to move your bowels. This can lead to constipation. If you have inflammatory bowel disease, the only way to avoid constipation is to drink enough water throughout the day.

• Can I Drink Alcohol While On A Low Fiber Diet?

No.Alcohol increases peristaltic bowel movement and causes more inflammation. Alcohol consumption will only irritate the intestinal wall even more.

Hope this article was helpful. If you would like to share how a low fiber diet is helping you, please comment in the box below.

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Postoperative diet

1-14 days after surgery:
Only liquid and pureed food, 2-3 soup spoons at a time every 1-1. 5 hours.The composition of the food is not limited, first we recommend mashed meat and dairy products, i.e. protein-rich foods. You need to drink at least 1200 ml of liquid per day. Drink in small sips and often, up to 200 ml per hour. After eating, refrain from drinking for 20 minutes.

15-30 days postoperatively:
In addition to pureed food, you can eat soft or finely chopped foods (such as gravies, casseroles, soups, chicken and fish), which should be chewed thoroughly before swallowing.You need to eat 4-6 times a day, the size of the portion should correspond to the feelings of the patient himself (before the feeling of satiety arises), usually 70-100 ml at a time.

More than 30 days after surgery:
Now we advise you to give up mashed potatoes and liquid foods and eat more solid foods. The number of meals a day is 4-6 times. You should eat slowly, chewing food very thoroughly. It is undesirable to drink and eat at the same time, it is better to drink 20 minutes after eating. The daily protein intake should be at least 80 grams, protein contains, for example, meat, fish, cottage cheese and dairy products, eggs.80 grams of pure protein is found, for example, in 180 grams of veal.

The stomach is irritated and very vulnerable, recovery takes some time (about 4 weeks). If the patient eats and drinks very quickly, the stomach fills up very quickly, which in turn can cause abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting.

Normal diet starting from the 5th week after surgery:
Now we advise the patient to replace liquid and pureed foods with regular foods. However, dietary habits must be changed and the diet must be healthy and rich in nutrients.

It is best to start with light foods and eat small amounts 5-7 times a day. You need to eat slowly, thoroughly chewing each portion of food. It is not desirable for the patient to drink liquid in 20 minutes. before and after eating. When you consume food and liquids at the same time, you quickly feel full, which means that you will soon want to eat again.

Eating protein-rich foods such as fish, meat, dairy products and eggs on a daily basis is very important.We recommend starting your meal with protein-rich foods, otherwise you may feel full quickly after consuming other nutrients and you may not be getting enough protein.

The first weeks after surgery can be difficult and patients may experience nausea, vomiting, pain, constipation, or diarrhea. It all depends on the correct diet and the way you drink fluids. Therefore, it is very important to properly prepare for the operation in order to avoid postoperative complaints.If the patient drinks too much, the stomach begins to stretch, which causes abdominal pain. If the patient begins to eat a lot, then this contributes to nausea and vomiting.

It is perfectly normal that the patient cannot tolerate normal food in the first weeks or the first year. Therefore, it is very important to experiment with new products from time to time. If the patient develops intolerance to any product 2 months after the operation, then it is necessary to try this product after 4-6 months. It is important to find a rich diet and reckon with the fact that for several months after the operation it will be possible to consume only half of the amount that could fit in the stomach before the operation. Be very careful when choosing foods that are high in sugar and fatty acids, as they interfere with the breakdown process and can cause both pain and diarrhea. Over time, tolerance to fatty acids may improve, but patients should still monitor the amount of fat consumed between meals, for example, you can spread oils on a sandwich in the morning, add a spoonful of vegetable oil to a salad at lunch and eat meat in the evening with a drop of sauce.

90,000 10 foods that are good for the intestines

Sad statistics

A sedentary lifestyle and poor diet often negatively affect the digestive system. You can change the situation for the better, for example, by diversifying your diet with useful plant fibers – fiber. This component of food, like mineral salts or water, plays one of the main roles in the life of the body, but the average person consumes half the recommended rate (it is equal to 30-35 g per day).

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Fiber: not only quantity is important, but also quality

Not all types of fiber are created equal. The term “fiber” itself is somewhat outdated, and in most cases we use the term “dietary fiber”. But not all types of fiber are created equal. Distinguish between insoluble fiber (the so-called “coarse fiber”) and soluble.

Insoluble fiber

Coarse, insoluble, like a “broomstick”, cleanses the intestinal walls and stimulates its peristalsis.However, high levels of insoluble fiber can cause gas in the intestines and even cramping pains. Bran not only cleanses the intestines of harmful substances, but also slows down the process of assimilation of minerals and vitamins by the body. Moreover, an excess of coarse fiber in the body contributes to a decrease in the level of testosterone in the blood in men. Fruits, vegetables and bran contain mostly coarse, insoluble fiber, so when consumed in large quantities, discomfort is inevitable.

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Soluble fiber

Soluble fiber in the presence of liquid swells and turns into jelly, softening the feces and facilitating their excretion. In addition, soluble fiber helps remove cholesterol, bile acids and digestive waste in the large intestine from the body, and helps regulate blood sugar levels. A diet high in soluble fiber helps relieve constipation, reduces the risk of hemorrhoids, lowers cholesterol and blood sugar, helps maintain a healthy weight, and reduces the risk of colon cancer, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes.

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Here are 10 healthy foods that are richest in coarse plant fiber.

1. Whole grain bread. One of the most readily available sources of fiber, trace elements and vitamins is wholemeal bread. Rye bread is considered to be the most useful: it is low in calories and contains a lot of dietary fiber, which lowers blood sugar and cleanses the digestive tract. By the way, rye bread is often included in therapeutic diets, since 2-3 slices a day help to normalize digestion.

2. Bran and cereals. A plate of cereals with chunks of fruit for breakfast equals almost 14 grams of pure fiber. For example, a saucer of oatmeal covers a quarter of a person’s daily fiber requirement, and the starch contained in oats is slowly digested and absorbed, providing a feeling of fullness for a long time.

3. Lentils and other legumes. One cup of cooked lentils contains about 16 grams of fiber. Moreover, it is a unique source of iron and zinc, and does not accumulate toxins, therefore it is considered an environmentally friendly product.Other legumes are also rich in dietary fiber. A cup of black beans contains about 15 grams of fiber, and a cup of beans contains 13 grams. In general, all beans are a healthy addition to your diet. But you need to add them to the diet gradually in order to avoid increased gas formation and bloating.

4. Berries: raspberries, strawberries, blueberries, gooseberries. Most berries are very high in fiber. One cup of raspberries, which have virtually no loss of beneficial properties when processed, contains 8 grams of fiber and only 60 calories.

5. Avocado. Avocados are high in fiber: for example, one medium fruit contains about 12 g of healthy fiber. This fruit is able to improve the composition of the intestinal microflora, enhance peristalsis and is a preventive measure against constipation.

6. Almonds, pistachios and other nuts. Sufficiently high-calorie almonds (1 serving of almonds in 30 g contains 161 calories) are characterized by a high concentration of nutrients: almost 13 g of unsaturated fat and 3.4 g of fiber – this is about 14% of the daily recommended value.There are fewer calories in pistachios, but the benefits are also sufficient. American scientists have found that in order to increase the elasticity of the arteries and lower cholesterol levels by 8. 5%, it is enough to eat 70-80 grams of pistachios per day. By the way, they can be consumed alone or added to porridge, yogurt, baked goods or sauces.

7. Pear is also rich in useful fibers: a medium-sized fruit contains up to 5 g of fiber. This fruit contains more fructose than glucose (as you know, fructose does not require insulin for its absorption in the body), and therefore is considered useful in violation of the function of the pancreas.

8. Flaxseed contains both types of fiber – soluble and insoluble, and 2.8 g of fiber is per tablespoon. Flaxseed oil is often used as a laxative, and flaxseed foods lower blood cholesterol levels. When administered orally, the gastrointestinal tract is enveloped in mucus secreted by them, which is beneficial for ulcers, gastritis and other inflammatory processes. The high content of mucus in flaxseed protects the inflamed mucous membrane of the esophagus and gastrointestinal tract from irritation, reduces the absorption of toxins. Flax seeds facilitate the elimination of undigested food debris, which has a positive effect on constipation and obesity.

9. Dried fruits: raisins, prunes. Prunes have a beneficial effect on the intestines and one of the reasons for this is their high fiber content (3.8 g per half cup). Other dried fruits are also rich in fiber. To improve digestion, it is advised to add figs, dates, raisins, apricots or other dried fruits to the diet as a snack between meals. However, it should be remembered that dried fruits are very high in calories and should not be consumed in large quantities.

10. Green vegetables. Green leafy vegetables are an excellent source of iron, beta-carotene and insoluble fiber. One cup of spinach, turnip leaves, or beets contains 4 to 5 grams of fiber. Also among the leaders in fiber content among vegetables are cauliflower, green bell pepper, broccoli, radish, black radish, savoy cabbage, beets, cucumbers, carrots, celery, asparagus, kohlrabi, zucchini.

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Helping the intestines

In order to provide the required amount of fiber intake, it is not necessary to consume kilograms of vegetables and fruits.There is an easier and healthier way to enrich your diet with soluble fiber – this is Fitomucil norms. It contains only high-quality soluble fiber – the shell of the seeds of a special variety of Psyllium plantain, and the pulp of the plum. Fitomucil of norms ensures the restoration of the natural rhythm of the intestine and its regular release without pain, without spasms and without bloating. Enough 2 sachets a day and the intestines will work like clockwork!

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Proper nutrition during radiotherapy

As you know, radiation therapy has been successfully used in oncology for over 80 years. Thanks to the advances in nuclear physics, the creation of new radiation sources, dosimetry, as well as the advances in clinical radiology in the radiation treatment of tumor diseases, significant progress has been achieved.

Side effects of radiation exposure are observed both during and after radiation treatment.

The effects of radiation therapy causing malnutrition depend on the dose of radiation delivered, the volume of irradiated tissues and the location of the tumor (eg, mouth, esophagus, stomach, liver, abdominal cavity).

Immediately during irradiation, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, loose stools, reactions from the mucous membrane of the mouth, esophagus, and intestines are most often noted.

Delayed side effects can occur months or years after the end of radiation therapy and are often distinguished by a particular severity of the course.The following table shows the immediate and delayed side effects of radiation therapy that cause dietary changes.

The main method of treatment of immediate and late radiation injuries is drug therapy. However, adequate nutrition is essential to mitigate these changes. The question of which foods enhance the body’s defense against radiation exposure has not yet been finally resolved. However, the role of dietary therapy in reducing adverse effects is undeniable.

Oral cavity and hypopharynx are one of the most sensitive areas of the body. Having undergone radiation therapy, patients with such an arrangement of the tumor especially suffer from manifestations of radiation reactions, and their relatives from the not-for-the-better character of a half-starved patient.

Radiation therapy for tumors of the face and neck may cause dry mouth, sore throat, pain when swallowing, hoarseness, loss of appetite.To prevent the intensification of such reactions, it is recommended not to eat spicy, salty, sour and coarse foods . Foods that are steamed, boiled, chopped, or mashed are useful.

Meals should be frequent and small.

It is recommended to consume more liquid (jelly, fruit compotes, rosehip decoction, non-acidic cranberry juice). To reduce dryness and sore throat, a decoction of chamomile, calendula, mint is used. It is recommended to instill sea buckthorn oil in the nose at night.During the day, take a few tablespoons of vegetable oil on an empty stomach.

When irradiating the oral cavity , the main task of nutrition is to reduce, if possible, side effects of radiation and prevent their further development. To prevent infection, careful hygiene is necessary, which is achieved by rinsing the mouth with a 3% solution of warm hydrogen peroxide (2/3 cup of peroxide mixed with 1/3 cup of warm water) or a 1% solution of soda, mineral alkaline waters.

It is imperative to stop smoking and drinking alcohol to avoid irritation of the sensitive tissues of the oral cavity (unfortunately, these habits are widespread among patients with head and neck tumors).

Much attention should be paid to preventive dental care . Before treatment, it is highly advisable to sanitize the oral cavity, consult a dentist to determine the need for treatment or tooth extraction. The teeth should be systematically treated with a fluoride paste.Brush your teeth with a soft toothbrush. For pain in the oral cavity, food of soft consistency is recommended to facilitate the swallowing process.

In order to avoid depletion, it is advisable to increase the amount of protein and calories. The diet should include pureed tube food, ready-made meat, vegetable and fruit mixtures for baby food.

Here are a number of practical recommendations if pain occurs when chewing food:

• Change your diet.Eat milder foods. Use your favorite foods after softening them.
• Rinse the mouth with Almagel A, novocaine solution.
• Use a mixer when preparing food in a bowl. For example, first heat up vegetable soup, then beat with a mixer. Warm food is easy to grind and tastes good, especially if prepared just before mixing.
• Cut the meat into very small pieces and add the mild ketchup. It will also help improve the taste of the food and make it easier to eat.
• Be sure to use butter, meat, vegetable and sour cream sauces in meat and vegetable dishes.
• In the diet, preference should be given to soft foods. such as mashed potatoes, yoghurt, runny and semi-liquid cottage cheese, vanilla and other milk puddings, milkshakes, jellies, creams, soft-boiled or shell-free eggs, soft cheese (especially cheese with yoghurt), sheep cheese (unsalted) , boiled pasta with mashed mild cheese.
• Cook stews, baked and boiled foods over low heat, adding more water to soften them.
• Do not use acidic or too salty foods, do not use such spices. like black and red peppers, nutmeg and cloves. Nutritionists advise avoiding rough (as if food is polite, gentle, and delicate) or unprocessed foods, such as raw vegetables and bran.
• Stale bread, toast and other products can only be eaten after they have been thoroughly soaked in milk, cocoa, tea or warm juices that do not irritate the oral cavity (milk, vegetable juices.meat sauces).
• Some patients find that cold blues relieve pain. You can try adding ice to milk or milkshake. Drinks with chilled milk or dairy products should be included in the diet. Ice cream helps a lot.
• It should be borne in mind that citrus and tomato juices can irritate the oral mucosa. Low acid fruits such as bananas, apricots. canned peaches, non-acidic compotes are swallowed less painfully.

Now read our recommendations for treating the effects of radiation therapy on the esophagus – you may need them.

Inflammatory and ulcerative changes in the esophagus can occur as a result of radiation therapy of this organ, as well as irradiation of the lungs, spine, mediastinum. Severe toxic reactions are explained by the high sensitivity of the esophagus to radiation exposure. Side effects are especially exacerbated by the combined use of radiation and chemotherapy.Post-radiation damage to the esophageal mucosa usually occurs 2-3 weeks after the end of radiation therapy and can continue for a long time without special treatment. But even in a short period, this complication leads to weight loss, and with a pronounced radiation reaction – to exhaustion.

The main signs of radiation damage to the esophagus are pain and difficulty in passing food. The use of pain relievers and anesthetics reduces pain and makes it easier to eat and swallow food.For this purpose, Almagel A can be used in a tablespoon 3 times a day before meals or a solution of novocaine.

Sea buckthorn oil, rosehip or red palm oil are especially useful for improving the passage of food. An increased intake of vitamins E and A is necessary. The latter is found in fish oil. Nutritional therapy for radiation reactions of the esophagus resembles the diet recommended for changes in the oral cavity and laryngopharynx caused by radiation therapy (see above).

Irradiation of tumors of the abdominal cavity may cause loss of appetite, weight loss, nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, pain.Side effects of pelvic irradiation include nausea, loss of appetite, diarrhea, urinary dysfunction, rectal pain, vaginal dryness, and discharge.

To eliminate these phenomena, dietary food is recommended. The number of meals should be increased. Food should be boiled or steamed. Spicy, smoked, salty dishes are not recommended. When bloating, dairy products should be avoided; mashed cereals, soups, jelly, steamed dishes, and wheat bread are recommended.Sugar consumption should be limited. It is recommended to put butter in ready-made meals.

With irradiation of the abdominal organs, immediate and delayed side effects are observed in 35-60% of patients and are expressed in abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, flatulence and loose stools. The use of drugs traditionally used for gastrointestinal disorders minimizes acute side effects. Relief is achieved by ingestion of antiemetics, antispasmodics, and antidiarrheal drugs.Tranquilizers (sedatives) are also helpful.

Recommended special non-slag diet, free of milk and dairy products.

The therapeutic effect of this diet is aimed at maximizing mechanical and chemical sparing of the mucous membrane of the stomach and intestines, at preventing and eliminating inflammatory and fermentative processes in it.

The first courses are dominated by noodle soup with lean chicken broth, potato soup with finely chopped vegetables in low-fat meat broth, weak broth of lean fish with fish meatballs.

Boiled beef is the most acceptable of the second courses. boiled tongue, boiled chicken, boiled meat stew. Dishes and side dishes of vegetables are offered as follows: boiled potatoes with butter, potato casserole with boiled meat, carrot puree with butter, boiled zucchini puree, peppers stuffed with boiled meat and rice.

In order to mechanically sparing the intestines, vegetables and fruits should be completely excluded from the diet, except for special canned foods for children. All dishes should be cooked in mashed (puree) form, boiled in water or steamed.

Attention and control requires the consumption of fluids, mineral salts and vitamins in order to timely adjust water and mineral metabolism, prevent vitamin deficiency, and prevent the occurrence of infectious processes. Shown are vitamin and mineral complexes. Vitamin E (tocopherol) is especially needed.

With irradiation of the small pelvis , cystitis may occur, characterized by painful and frequent urination.In this case, the general condition of patients is usually not disturbed; body temperature is normal or slightly elevated.

For prophylactic purposes, oil microclysters with chamomile are recommended. It is also good to use kidney tea, because the development of post-radiation cystitis is also not uncommon. Such phyto-accompaniment is quite reasonable. An essential role in the treatment of post-radiation cystitis is played by drug therapy prescribed by a doctor.

Anti-inflammatory treatment is supplemented by diet therapy.With postradiation cystitis, a diet that does not contain salt, concentrated proteins (meat, cottage cheese, cheese, fish, beans, etc.), refined starches (peeled potatoes, baked goods made from premium flour) and artificial sugars (sweets, candies , sugary drinks, such as cola, etc.).

It is best to eat fresh vegetables, plenty of squeezed vegetable juices and whole-grain cereals. Experts recommend drinking plenty of cranberry juice (you can only sweeten it with fresh apple juice).Practice shows that for cystitis it is very beneficial to take up to 500 mg of natural vitamin C daily (it suppresses infection), which is abundant in cranberry juice (it also has other beneficial properties, for example, an astringent taste that helps to eliminate various inflammations).

It is believed that substances in cranberry juice alter the composition of urine, making it less suitable for unwanted bacteria. And Israeli scientists have discovered another positive property of cranberry juice. It contains a component that protects the cells of the urethra from the penetration of pathogenic bacteria.

It is advisable to exclude spicy and fatty foods from the diet. Eat more fruits and vegetables. after all, “saturation” with vitamins is also important. It is advisable to exclude foods from the diet. irritating to the urinary tract: onions, garlic, radishes, radishes, horseradish, spinach, sorrel, strong broths of meat, fish, mushrooms, beer and spirits. The use of spicy foods, sauces, pickles, seasonings, canned food is prohibited.smoked meats. An abundant drink is prescribed: milk, tea with milk, warm non-acidic compote, mineral waters.

Vegetables, fruits, dairy products are recommended. Watermelons and melons are especially useful. Nutritionists believe that wild berries are a good helper in the treatment of cystitis: lingonberries, blueberries, cloudberries, blueberries. When preparing meals, you should limit the use of salt.

Useful application of herbs – kidney tea, bearberry, corn silk. In the analysis of urine, attention should be paid to acidity: with an acidic reaction of urine, an alkalizing diet is prescribed, with an alkaline reaction, an acidifying diet.

Rectal tumors are considered to be sensitive to radiation exposure. Radiation therapy is often prescribed and can damage the rectum. They recommend a diet that includes milk, cream, sour cream and other intestinal-friendly foods: the liquid portion of vegetable soups, soft-boiled eggs, jelly, jelly, boiled meat and fish, fruit juices.

The doctor may prescribe microclysters from decoctions of astringent plants (chamomile, oak bark, etc.) or rosehip and sea buckthorn oil.For constipation, it is most advisable to use vegetable and vaseline oil, an infusion of Alexandrian leaf. The use of prunes for the regulation of bowel function in post-radiation damage to the rectum is undesirable.

90,000 What you need to know when switching to plant nutrition :: Health :: RBC Style

Take care of yourself

Vegan or plant-based diet involves a complete rejection of animal products – all types of meat, poultry, fish, eggs and dairy products. Perhaps the first and foremost thing to remember when switching to this type of diet is that it is not necessary to give up everything at once. If you can’t live without salmon steaks or scrambled eggs in the morning, try Flexetarianism, a flexible diet that deliberately reduces animal products in your diet. For starters, you can stick to one simple rule – for example, have vegan Mondays or daily vegan dinners. You can switch to a soft vegetarian diet, when milk and eggs are left in the diet, and gradually reduce their amount in the diet.

When it comes to nutrition, small incremental dietary changes work out-commensurably better than drastic measures. The more comfortable the transition to a plant-based diet, the higher the chances that it will firmly enter your life.

Eat balanced

According to statistics, vegans live longer than meat eaters: a plant-based diet significantly reduces the risk of death from cardiovascular diseases (according to various sources, from 29 to 42%), serves to prevent the development of cardiovascular diseases and type 2 diabetes, and reduces the risk of developing certain cancers , arthritis, dementia and kidney dysfunction. But veganism has its risks and pitfalls. Any diet should be balanced, especially if it involves a complete rejection of a huge group of foods.

Whatever type of food you eat, doctors recommend maintaining the proportions of a “healthy plate” in your daily diet: half of the diet – vegetables and fruits, a quarter – whole grains, another quarter – proteins. We can get the fats that the body needs from vegetable oils, nuts and seeds, avocados and legumes. But the proteins should be monitored separately.Vegans may suffer from a lack of them, not because complete protein cannot be obtained from plant foods (this is just a myth), but because of an imbalance in foods.

Watch protein

Protein consists of amino acids – they are the building blocks of the body. There are 8 essential amino acids that we can only get from food. Animal products contain all 8, but plants do not.Therefore, vegans need to combine food wisely in order to get a complete set of amino acids. The good news is, it’s pretty straightforward to do this. The main thing is to always combine vegetables and fruits with other food groups: legumes, cereals, nuts or seeds. That is, a simple vegetable salad will most likely not provide all the amino acids. Sprinkle it with nuts or seeds. And ideally also add cereals – for example, quinoa or bulgur. Or it’s trivial to eat it with a piece of whole grain bread.

The most vegetable protein is found in legumes (beans, chickpeas, edamame beans, tofu and other soy products), lentils, nuts, green vegetables and grains.Gluten is nothing more than vegetable protein, which is abundant in wheat and oat products. So oatmeal with nuts and berries for breakfast is more than a complete vegan dish.

Today, more and more vegan options appear in large cities of Russia. In supermarkets, you can find wheat and soy sausages, almond and oat milk, coconut yogurt and soy cheese. Many cafes and restaurants are introducing completely plant-based dishes into the menu; the American meat substitute Beyond Meat has taken a separate niche. However, vegans still need to make an extra effort to stick to their diet.

You should be prepared to carefully read food labels in supermarkets (you can often find rennet in pesto, egg white in cookies, lactose in chips) and plan your shopping list in advance. Some products can still be bought only in specialized stores – not all of them sell tofu, canned chickpeas and meat substitutes. Separately, it is worth exploring the menu of the cafe near home and work and watching the opening of new food outlets.

Many plant-based alternatives can be cooked from scratch on your own – see recipes on vegan food blogs. Especially popular with supporters of plant-based nutrition are curries, pastas, sautés and woks, oat pancakes, pies and granola, vegetable spreads, nut pastes, cashew cheese and others, at first glance, exotic, but in fact simple and tasty dishes.

Remember vitamins and minerals

Plants contain a huge amount of nutrients, but some vitamins and minerals remain in short supply. For example, vitamin B12, which is critical for health, is obtained from animal products. You can find vegan foods fortified with B12 – plant-based milk, cereals, pastas, but in natural form this vitamin is almost not present in plants. This does not mean that vegans need to take B12 as a dietary supplement, but it is worth monitoring its level in the body, and in case of a deficiency, consult a specialist and select the dosage together with a doctor.

Supporters of a plant-based diet should also monitor the level of vitamin D, omega-3 acids, iron, iodine.Omega-3 can be obtained from seeds and nuts, iodine – from iodized salt and seaweed, iron – from legumes and dark green vegetables.

Don’t lean on junk food

The Vegan badge on a product does not automatically make it useful. For example, Oreo cookies do not contain animal products, but they are hardly a healthy snack. The same goes for potato chips, vegan jerks (smoked snacks that look like pieces of meat), high-sugar cereals, energy drinks, crackers, and sugary syrups like Hershey’s. All of these foods are vegan, but too much can be harmful to your health.

Many types of cookies and ready-made (industrial) baked goods do not contain milk or eggs, but they contain harmful trans fats in their composition – usually they are hidden under the name “partially hydrogenated butter”. Vegan semi-finished products – sausages, sausages, cutlets – are also difficult to call healthy. They usually contain quite a bit of salt and additives to create a meaty flavor. It is not necessary to abandon them altogether, but it is better to limit consumption, as is the case with real meat semi-finished products.

Prepare for Questions

Adherence to a particular food system arouses interest in others. It doesn’t matter if you are gluten-free, practice intermittent fasting, or follow a plant-based diet, you will be asked questions. The most popular is why and why. It happens that those around them express their opinion about such a nutrition plan, ask provocative questions (“do you mind the plants?”), Make assumptions about the benefits and harms, cite statistics and broadcast the opinions of popular bloggers. This should be treated philosophically and with kindness – everyone has their own ideas and ideals, we all believe in something and blame something. The beauty is that our intentions completely depend only on ourselves. A coarse comment from a coworker or a friend’s joke about grass eating can only affect you if you let it happen. Of course, frank and aggressive negativity should be suppressed. But if loved ones are ironic about your diet, let them remain unconvinced – and periodically cook delicious vegan dishes for them.Perhaps one day they will become your like-minded people.

90,000 diet for prostatitis and its prevention

Food with a masculine character: diet for prostatitis and its prevention

Alarming news for lovers of removal and online delivery: one of the main factors in the development of prostatitis and BPH is a sedentary lifestyle. Having learned this, we decided to urgently figure out: what products are suitable for the prevention of these unpleasant diseases?

What is the most useful diet for prostatitis in men? What can and cannot be eaten? Is it possible to fight inflammation of the prostate gland with nutrition and food?

The role of proper nutrition in prostatitis and its prevention

Hardly anyone would dare to deny that the food we eat affects our health. All nutrients, vitamins and trace elements that the body receives can both enhance and weaken its various functions.Therefore, it is quite logical to assume that among the variety of diets and diets there are products that are useful for prostatitis and prostate adenoma and are important for the prevention of these diseases.

The goal of proper nutrition and diet for prostatitis and its prevention is to:

• Reduce the risk of developing inflammatory processes

• Maintain Regular Digestion and Healthy Microflora

• Prevent possible irritation of the prostate and bladder

Principles of diet for prostatitis and its prevention

You need to understand that the list of products for these stages will be almost the same. For we all know: until the thunder breaks out … So carefully study how best to eat at the initial signs of prostatitis, and try to adhere to the same principles for its prevention.

The general rules of nutrition for the prevention and maintenance of the body at the initial stage of prostatitis are as follows:

• A complete diet based on proteins (lean meats and fish, eggs, vegetable proteins), fats (it is also better to give preference to vegetable ones) and carbohydrates (excluding sugar and other fast carbohydrates)

• The presence in the diet of vitamins with a powerful antioxidant effect (A, C and E, vitamins of group B), and trace elements (iron, calcium and, of course, zinc, which is important for men’s health)

• Exclusion of foods that can irritate the prostate and (or) bladder, as well as provoke fermentation and flatulence

• Gentle cooking methods that allow you to preserve the maximum of useful elements in food: stewing, steaming, baking, quick grilling

• Avoiding sodas, foods with flavors, preservatives, or high amounts of added sugar

• Correct drinking regime: a sufficient amount of clean water, mainly in the morning. It is better to limit your evening drinking.

Allowed products Forbidden products

A handy list of permitted foods for the prostatitis diet, grouped by category.

Yes, the list of junk foods can upset those who like to have a shock to eat fatty, smoked or salty foods. .. But, you see, health is still more important! So, what cannot be eaten with diagnosed prostatitis and it is better to exclude from the diet of men during its prevention.

Prevention of prostatitis: menu for the week

In order to make it easier for you to imagine an approximate diet and possible diet options for prostatitis, we present an approximate menu designed for a week. Please remember that if you have concomitant diseases or alarming symptoms, any changes in diet must be coordinated with a specialized specialist.

Day 1

Breakfast: cottage cheese, cheese sandwich on whole grain bread, sugar-free fruit drink

Lunch: lean borscht, boiled (or oven baked) fish with vegetable stew

Dinner: cheesecakes with berries and a spoonful of honey

For the night (snacks): green apple, kefir

Day 2

Breakfast: Slow-cooked oatmeal, boiled egg, herbal tea

Lunch: vegetable soup, lean beef with buckwheat

Dinner: carrot cutlets with sour cream

At night (snacks): dried fruits, natural yoghurt without sugar

Day 3

Breakfast: vegetable stew, whole grain toast, berry compote

Lunch: fish soup (from low-fat varieties of fish), steamed or quick grilled meat patties with vegetable salad

Dinner: curd casserole

At night (snacks): fruits, curdled milk

Day 4

Breakfast: boiled meat, fresh vegetable salad, herbal tea

Lunch: lean cabbage soup, rabbit stewed in sour cream

Dinner: carrot and beetroot cutlets

For the night (snacks): baked apple, fermented baked milk

Day 5

Breakfast: steamed omelet, sugar-free berry jelly

Lunch: potato soup, fish soufflé with vegetables

Dinner: boiled beef on whole grain toast

At night (snacks): nuts and dried fruits, natural yoghurt without sugar

Day 6

Breakfast: cottage cheese casserole, boiled egg, dried fruit decoction

Lunch: vegetable soup (minestrone), diet turkey with mashed potatoes

Dinner: steamed fish, zucchini

At night (snacks): homemade jelly, honey drink

Day 7

Breakfast: barley or corn porridge, sandwich with cheese, sugar-free fruit drink

Lunch: beef with vegetable stew, fresh carrot salad with sour cream

Dinner: salad or durum wheat pasta with seafood

For the night (snacks): fruit salad, fermented baked milk

Do you need to take additional measures?

Of course, food for prostatitis is very important. .. However, health alone cannot be corrected. In case of primary inflammation of the prostate gland or for the prevention of exacerbations in chronic prostatitis, it is important not only to adhere to a well-formulated diet, but also to consult a doctor in time and, if necessary, get medical treatment.

It is an integrated approach to the treatment and prevention of inflammation of the prostate gland: a properly selected diet, regular physical activity, timely use of drugs prescribed by a doctor – can become the key to a happy life without signs of prostatitis!

More information about the drug treatment of prostatitis can be found in the section about the drug Vitaprost

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90,000 White diet is a prerequisite after teeth whitening in order to maintain a snow-white smile and not harm the enamel.

Have you performed teeth whitening and your doctor recommends a white diet? Want to know the exact checklist of foods that dentists recommend not to eat with a white diet. What can replace products with coloring pigments? Experts told us about this and many other things.

White diet is a special type of food in which a person consumes non-dyeing foods, that is, without a pronounced pigment. The so-called clear diet is prescribed after teeth whitening.A colorless diet is recommended for patients in order to consolidate the effect, preserve the resulting color of the tooth enamel as long as possible, and protect from the effects of various substances. Also, a white diet should be followed when whitening at home.

Clinical case with a transparent diet: a patient scheduled a home teeth whitening. I got special means from dentistry (mouth guards with gel), consulted with a dentist. It is recommended to adhere to a colorless diet during the entire period of whitening (about a week), as well as another 7 – 10 days at the end of the course.

Compliance with a colorless diet is important not only to maintain the effect of the procedure. You should not put additional tests on the tooth enamel, which is somehow weakened after whitening procedures, has a porous structure. In two to three weeks of the white diet, the enamel will be restored, and you can return to your usual way of life, but with certain nuances in the pigment content of the products.

How strict is it to follow a white diet?

As much as possible with a diet.For example, in order for the effect to last for a long time, with a white diet, products with coloring pigments should be avoided for 2 to 3 weeks after the procedure.

Also, as part of the white diet, experts advise to gradually introduce healthy habits: partially or completely abandon red wine, coffee or black tea, drink coloring drinks through a straw, replace the same tea with kefir or milk.

Remember! Pigment substances are not terrible for healthy tooth enamel, and in the presence of inevitable microdamages after bleaching, dyes can penetrate deep into and stain it.

The most important thing about a white diet is paying attention to the color of the foods. In terms of quantity, types of food, there are no strict restrictions on the diet.

What can you eat with a white diet after bleaching? Ready set of products

Form your diet of the white diet in such a way that you do not just eat “colorless” foods (bananas, milk, cottage cheese), but the most beneficial for the teeth. In particular, food with a high content of fluoride and calcium, vitamins C, A, E is useful, and such a healthy white diet will have a positive effect on the state of enamel and immunity in general.

TOP 10 food groups for the white diet:

1. Dairy products without dyes (for example, if it is yoghurt, then without fillers, light): cottage cheese, milk, yoghurt, butter, hard cheese, cheese mass;
2. Fish and various seafood: sea and ocean fish, squid, scallops are especially useful. To make sure there are no colorants in products, always read the ingredients;
3. Fruits: pears, green apples (preferably not raw, but baked), bananas. It is important that the fruit is non-acidic and does not irritate the enamel;
4. Poultry (turkey, chicken), as well as soy products with a colorless diet;
5. Bakery and pasta products;
6. Cauliflower, white cabbage, Brussels sprouts;
7. Egg whites, avocados are ideal products for a transparent diet and overall health;
8. Potatoes;
9. Porridge: rice, semolina, pearl barley;
10. Steamed asparagus, celery – not just a diet, but proper nutrition.

Note! If you are in doubt about any of the listed foods for the white diet, simply heat it up. For example, if you want to cook a dish of Brussels sprouts, but you find it too green, steam it or in the oven.

The presented hit list of 10 products of a colorless diet will allow you to eat well for several weeks, get all the nutrients, but not risk bleached teeth.

Also watch the temperature of the food for the diet. It should be warm, but not hot or cold, so as not to jeopardize the enamel of the teeth.

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What exactly is not recommended to eat with a white diet? Stop list of products

The white diet excludes the following foods from the diet:

• black and green tea. By the way, it is from green tea that plaque forms on the teeth extremely quickly. This product should also be eliminated from the white diet so that your teeth do not darken after whitening;
• bright sauces: tomato, soy, adjika, ketchup, etc.;
• coffee, cocoa – clear diet stop drinks;
• colored fruits: plums, dark grapes, red apples;
• fruit and vegetable juices, compote, fruit drink;
• chocolate, lollipops, dragees;
• citrus fruits;
• jam;
• egg yolk;
• red wine.

What happens if you still break the white diet rule?

Nothing catastrophic, but the effect of teeth whitening will no longer be the most ideal. Firstly, a thin film of pigment plaque will do its job – the color will darken. Secondly, if the requirements of the diet are violated, the same shine and sparkle of enamel will disappear, for which many patients love whitening so much. Thirdly, the patient himself will see the difference in the teeth, and he will be offended that for the sake of momentary weakness or inattention, he ruined the aesthetics of a perfect smile. There is also a risk of tooth decay or inflammatory gum disease.

What else to do besides the white diet?

There are a number of other recommendations, adhering to which it will be possible to maximally preserve the effect of professional or home teeth whitening:

• If possible, do not smoke or minimize the number of cigarettes smoked per day, gradually reduce the presence of tobacco to nothing;
• the fair sex should give up bright red lipstick for a couple of weeks after teeth whitening – you can use a transparent hygienic gloss;
• after a course of enamel clarification, oral hygiene should be gentle.Basic recommendations: use a soft toothbrush, as well as a toothpaste without large abrasive particles, but with a high fluoride content in the composition;
• In order to maintain the whitening effect, it is worth doing regular professional cleaning. We recommend in advance for cleaning after whitening, in order to close the issue of dental care and proper prophylaxis.

If you follow these recommendations and a white diet, you can preserve the white color of your teeth after whitening procedures for two years!

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