Pancreatitis is an inflammatory process in the pancreas. Bile outflow is disrupted, as a result, glandular enzymes do not permeate into the duodenum and remain in it. The pancreas begins to gradually collapse, threatening even with death.
Every year, this type of disease is diagnosed in more and more people. Pathology even occurs in adolescents. There are many reasons for the development of pancreatitis, from alcohol abuse, being overweight, to gallstone disease. Therefore, it is very important to follow a diet during illness.
Importance of enzymes in food digestion
For normal digestion of food, pancreatic juice produced by the pancreas is needed. In addition, this juice protects against the harmful effects of hydrochloric acid. It contains enzymes that break down carbohydrates, proteins and fats. If this does not happen, then most of the food received is not beneficial to the body.
Juice contains 4 enzymes. They stand out in 3 stages, the activation of which occurs approximately in the first 30-60 minutes after eating. Then there is a gradual decrease in activity and literally in 3-4 hours everything returns to its initial level. If there is a problem with the pancreas, then the activation of the enzyme occurs too early, as a result of which the inflammatory process or pancreatitis begins.
Fatty foods, due to abuse
Fat is found in all foods, even fruits, even in minimal amounts. But most fats are found in meat and lard. For example, 70 g of lard covers the daily dose of fat that the body needs each day. It is clear that no one will limit himself to just a few pieces of meat a day.
Some products have hidden surprises. For example, "Doctor's" sausage contains 40% fat, although it is considered a dietary food. These products include popcorn, sauces, yogurt, and comfort foods.
Nutritionists advise not to consume more than 1 g of fat per 1 kg of human weight. If the norm is not adhered to, then obesity will begin, which adversely affects all human organs, including the pancreas. Scientists have also found that fatty foods stimulate the brain's pleasure centers, and as a result, even if a person stops eating fat, he or she will not be able to get regular food.
How to get rid of pain
Pancreatitis is accompanied by pain in the hypochondrium. It starts after a meal. This can be accompanied by weakness, belching, nausea, and even stool disorders. The first step, if the attack has started, is to take antispasmodic medication, if you know which one. If the attack is severe, then it is better to contact a doctor.
After those two days, you better rest for 2 days. Ice can be applied to the hypochondrium. Until the attack passes, you can not eat, just drink water, which must be warm.
If vomiting is present, it is better to vomit, it will be easier. It is better to breathe shallowly, holding your breath periodically.
How long a diet for pancreatitis lasts
Diet for pancreatitis does not have a clear timeline. It all depends on the condition of the patient, how quickly he recovers. In the chronic form, a person should usually monitor his diet carefully for at least 1. 5 years.
Approved Products
In order not to harm the pancreas and "help it" to fulfill its function faster, the following foods should be in the diet:
- soup with noodles and vegetables;
- bread yesterday;
- grilled or boiled fish;
- steamed meat, in the form of rolls, mashed potatoes, pate and pieces of meat;
- crouton;
- boiled and baked vegetables;
- dairy products and fermentation, but with low fat percentage;
- grain;
- omelet;
- pasta;
- a small amount of butter and vegetable oil;
- baked sugar-free fruit;
- jelly;
- jelly and compote.
However, such a limited group of products will not always be in the diet; gradually, as it increases, the number of products increases.
Limited or partially limited products
Unfortunately, the list of forbidden foods for this type of disease is quite impressive. Invalid use:
- cabbage;
- okroshka;
- congestion;
- broth based on meat, fish and mushrooms;
- bit;
- margarine;
- canned food;
- fatty meats and fish;
- jeroan;
- sausage;
- any fried food;
- lard;
- apple;
- boiled eggs;
- caviar;
- beans;
- barley porridge, corn and millet;
- prohibits vegetables that cause bloating and contain large amounts of dietary fiber, such as carrots and cabbage;
- chocolate;
- fresh baked goods and bread;
- spicy dishes;
- citrus fruits.
You should not drink coffee, cocoa, condensed tea. It is not desirable to drink juice. Carbonated drinks are strictly prohibited
Diet for chronic pancreatitis
The purpose of a nutritional diet in the presence of pancreatitis is to relieve the inflammatory process and restore normal function of the glands. In the chronic form, food must enter the body every 2-3 hours. You need to drink plenty of water, up to 3 liters. Before eating, it is recommended to drink a glass of warm water without gas for about 20 minutes.
Do not use alcoholic beverages. You should reduce the amount of sugar and salt in the diet to a minimum. You should not overeat and drink food. It is better to grind all the products thoroughly. Dishes must be at room temperature.
Diet for acute pancreatitis
After 2-3 days of fasting, a light diet should be followed. The menus can be arranged as follows:
- 3 days after relieving the symptoms of the attack, weak, sugar-free tea is introduced;
- on the 5th day, you can already eat carrots or mashed potatoes;
- from the 7th day is allowed to introduce fish, but not fried and not seafood;
- milk and curd pudding have been introduced since day 10.
Allowed to take light soups and beef from 7-10 days. However, they are given with caution, depending on the state of health. If unpleasant symptoms appear after its use, then immediately removed from the diet.
Many doctors advise drinking oatmeal jelly, from 3 or 4 days. It has a low calorie content, but at the same time very satisfying. This drink allows you to normalize stool and remove toxins.
Diet for pancreatitis in children
In fact, the diagnosis of pancreatitis is very rare in childhood. But more often you can face "reactive pancreatitis". This is a temporary problem with the pancreas associated with poor nutrition.
The problem is usually resolved within a few weeks. However, during this period, you should maintain a strict child diet.
Any product that contains chemical additives, flavors, dyes is clearly displayed. No trips to public catering places and dangerous fast food.
However, fermented and salty foods, broth, natural sausages, pies, cakes and even ice cream are allowed. But they should not be known by the child and can be used once the symptoms of "reactive pancreatitis" are eliminated.
Therapeutic diet Table number 5 n product list
This diet is recommended for chronic pancreatitis, gout, cholecystitis and a number of other diseases. The main goal of diet number 5p is to restore normal function of the pancreas, liver and gallbladder.
Table 5p provides a rational approach to total protein and carbohydrates. However, fat is almost completely reduced to zero. The menu should not contain products that contain cholesterol, oxalic acid, purines, essential oils, fats. Salt also decreases in quantity.
It is best to drink warm water on an empty stomach. Food should be carefully chopped, eaten in small portions. No alcohol. You need to eat an average of 5 times throughout the day.
The menu energy value should not exceed 2800 kcal. Drug therapy should not be stopped during the diet.
An example of a diet menu for pancreatitis for a week
You can create a menu for a week as follows:
Monday
| Breakfast | Omelettes and black bread, a cup of tea |
| Snek | Cheese and biscuits |
| Lunch | Boiled zucchini and buckwheat porridge |
| Snek | Apple crushed |
| Dinner | Oatmeal, carrot |
Tuesday
| Breakfast | Cheese, low-fat chopped tea |
| Snek | Fruit Jelly |
| Lunch | Soup of vegetables, bread, boiled beef |
| Snek | Carrot puree |
| Dinner | Boiled chicken, vegetable stew |
Wednesday
| Breakfast | Low fat yogurt and apples |
| Snek | Some cottage cheese |
| Lunch | Sup-puri, rebus salib rebus |
| Snek | Crouton, dried apricots |
| Dinner | Rice pudding and curd, grilled meat |
Thursday
| Breakfast | Omelet, a slice of bread |
| Snek | Raisins |
| Lunch | Green Bean Boil, Chicken Boil |
| Snek | Baked Apples |
| Dinner | Steamed rice and chicken |
Friday
| Breakfast | Pure pumpkin |
| Snek | Dried apricots |
| Lunch | Light soup, some boiled fish |
| Snek | Roasted fruit selection |
| Dinner | Casserole |
Saturday
| Breakfast | Bread, omelet |
| Snek | Curd |
| Lunch | Lentil soup, boiled beef |
| Snek | Fruit Jelly |
| Dinner | Soba porridge, boiled chicken |
Sunday
| Breakfast | Bit boiled, crouton |
| Snek | Baked pumpkin, without pasta sauce |
| Lunch | Boiled potatoes, beef stew |
| Snek | Jelly oatmeal |
| Dinner | Rice pudding, chicken |
Before going to bed, you can drink a glass of kefir. And those with sweet teeth can afford some milk chocolate.
You should always follow your doctor's recommendations. Even after discharge from the hospital, it is necessary to go on a diet for a specified time to improve one's quality of life, to prevent relapse. And to prevent the development of this disease, one must monitor his own diet from an early age.