How should one pay attention to diet in order to better protect the stomach when having a gastric ulcer?
Disease description:
I was diagnosed with a gastric ulcer during a routine physical examination, and my doctor advised me to pay attention to my diet. How should I manage my diet with a gastric ulcer? What foods are good for stomach health?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
Patients with gastric ulcers need to pay special attention to their diet, focusing on nurturing the stomach. Suggestions:
1. Avoid irritating foods: such as spicy, greasy, raw, or cold foods and beverages, as well as smoking and alcohol consumption, which can worsen damage to the gastric mucosa.
2. Eat more easily digestible foods: such as noodles (e.g.,面条, 馄饨) and porridge (e.g.,小米粥, 绿豆粥), which are easier to digest and can reduce the burden on the stomach.
3. Increase intake of fresh vegetables and fruits: such as Chinese cabbage, celery, and apples, which are rich in vitamins and fiber, helping to reduce inflammatory responses and enhance immune function.
4. Chew food thoroughly and eat slowly: to ensure adequate digestion and prevent excessive strain on the stomach.
5. Supplement with adequate protein: such as dairy products and eggs, which can aid in the healing of ulcers.
