Foods indicated for those who have gastritis to relieve or avoid the worsening of symptoms of gastritis, mainly pain. These foods help protect the gastric mucosa, facilitate healing, prevent the worsening of the lesions and promote the functioning of the stomach.
Breads
The bread protects the mucosa of the stomach and acts like a sponge, absorbing part of the gastric juice that could aggravate the symptoms of gastritis.
Fruits
Those who have gastritis should eat between 2 and 4 fruits per day. Apple, banana, pear, papaya and melon are among the most indicated. Sour fruits like orange, pineapple, kiwi, strawberry and lemon can irritate the stomach wall depending on the tolerance of each.
Vegetables
All are indicated, especially broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts, as they have a substance capable of fighting the bacteria Helicobacter pylori, a major cause of gastritis. However, these vegetables can cause gas and generate some discomfort in some people.
Ginger
Ginger has anti-inflammatory action, thus reducing pain, burning and nausea. In addition, it has antiseptic and bactericidal properties that Helicobacter pylori.
For this, the ginger should be consumed raw. Simply cut a 2-inch piece of ginger, peel and chew it pure or mix in the food. If you prefer, you can opt for ginger tea.
Potato
Raw potato juice helps protect the stomach from the symptoms of gastritis, decreasing acidity, burning, pain and heartburn. The juice can be obtained by squeezing a large potato grated with a cloth or against a very fine colander. Remembering that juice should be drunk pure.
Others foods indicated for those who have gastritis:
- Cereals, rice and pasta;
- Legume broth, such as beans, chickpeas, peas, lentils;
- Lean meats, skinless chicken, fish, boiled egg;
- Gelatin, delicacy, cooked fruits;
- Mint tea.
Recommendations for anyone who has gastritis
People with gastritis should eat several meals a day and decrease their meals. The ideal is to do between 5 and 6 meals per day (breakfast, morning snack, lunch, afternoon snack, dinner, supper) and not more than 3 hours without eating anything. Thus, the stomach does not remain empty for long and food reacts with stomach acid throughout the day, preventing the worsening of inflammation.
It is also important to eat slowly, calmly, in quiet surroundings and chew food well, avoiding eating and drinking during meals.
The gastroenterologist can clarify any doubts and advise on the most adequate diet.
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