Porridge Recipes Suitable for Heart Failure Patients
Disease description:
I have heart failure and was recently discharged from the hospital. Could you please tell me what types of porridge recipes are suitable for patients with heart failure?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Tian Hongbo
A proper diet can help heart failure patients control their weight, reduce fluid accumulation, and maintain electrolyte balance. Below is a recommended porridge recipe suitable for individuals with heart failure:
1. Chinese Yam Porridge: Chinese yam is rich in protein and vitamins and has the effect of strengthening the spleen and nourishing the stomach, which helps improve the physical condition of heart failure patients.
2. Millet Porridge: As a type of whole grain, millet contains abundant B-complex vitamins and dietary fiber, with low calorie content. It aids digestion in heart failure patients while providing essential nutrients.
3. Millet and Job's Tears Porridge: Both millet and Job's tears are low-potassium foods suitable for heart failure patients. Cook them together with water until thickened, and a small amount of honey may be added for flavor, though total sugar intake should be controlled.
4. Low-Sodium Chicken and Vegetable Porridge: Use salt-free chicken broth as the base, and add chopped chicken breast meat and various low-potassium vegetables such as zucchini, carrots, and celery. Avoid adding extra salt during cooking; herbs and lemon juice may be used适量 for seasoning.
