Posted on December 8, 2007 in Latest News
Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver, most commonly caused by a viral infection. The symptoms of hepatitis include jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes), dark urine, extreme fatigue, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. Similar to other ailments one should regulate one’s diet to ensure speedy recovery or further deterioration. One should take a diet that does not harm the liver further. What kind of diet?
Tips for Diet for Hepatitis
- Alcohol should not be taken. Total avoidance is recommended. In the case of Hepatitis C, alcohol could prove to be harmful
- Excessive iron can damage the liver. Patients suffering from Hepatitis C sometimes have problems in excreting iron from the body. Patients should avoid taking iron supplement
- In the case of chronic hepatitis one can eat a normal diet
- Extra energy and protein is required if you are suffering from cirrhosis as well
- Normal weight should be maintained in the case of patients suffering from Hepatitis C. A low fat diet is recommended. It is better to consult the physician and dietician before venturing on a diet or exercise regimen
- Adequate protein should be taken to build and maintain muscle mass to assist in healing and repair process. Of course vegetable protein is better than protein derived from animal meats
- To control excessive fluid accumulation, it is better to reduce salt intake. Restricted sodium intake is recommended
- In the case of Hepatitis C, calories should not be added from sugar foods such as chocolates, candies. One can have whole grain starches, vegetables and fruits which provide you with required carbohydrates
- Protein intake should be kept up in the case of Hepatitis C
- Moderate fat consumption is better for those suffering from Hepatitis C. Use vegetable oil and butter carefully
- Excessive amounts of red meats can cause iron accumulation in the liver
- In the case of Hepatitis B, alcohol should be avoided completely
- Four or five smaller meals should be taken instead of one big meal if one is suffering from Hepatitis B
- One can take dandelion greens, black radish, apples and saffron, watercress, beets, parsley, artichokes, cherries, grapefruit, parsnips, endive, garlic, onion, chicory, horseradish, mustard greens, kumquats, limes, quinces, grapes,burdock root which are good for the liver
- Lemon juice mixed with water is good in the morning hours, 30 minutes before eating and a teaspoon of olive oil (virgin cold pressed) stimulates the production of bile
- One should avoid saturated fats, meat, alcohol, hot sauces, spicy foods, fried foods, fatty foods, rich foods, salty foods, cow’s milk and other dairy products, white bread, refined foods, processed foods, phlegm-forming foods, meat, ice cream, shellfish, caffeine, unpurified water, coffee, sugar and sweets, etc
- Trans-fatty acids, hydrogenated oils (margarine, vegetable shortenings, imitation butter spreads, most commercial peanut butters) oxidized fats which are deep fried foods, fast food,barbecued meats,ghee, should not be taken
One should be careful about one’s diet when one is suffering from Hepatitis. Dietary restrictions are there. Diet plays an important role in its treatment.
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