What Foods Can You Eat with Gastroenteritis?
Disease description:
I suddenly felt nauseous, vomited, had abdominal pain, diarrhea, and fever upon waking up in the morning. I thought I had food poisoning, but in the end the pain became unbearable, and the doctor diagnosed me with gastroenteritis. So, what foods are suitable to eat for gastroenteritis?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
The following are some foods suitable for patients with gastroenteritis:
1. Light, easily digestible foods: such as congee, rice porridge, noodles, etc., which impose less burden on the gastrointestinal tract and help reduce inflammatory responses.
2. Fresh vegetables and fruits: such as carrots, pumpkin, potatoes, Chinese cabbage, apples, bananas, etc., which are rich in vitamins and minerals and help replenish nutrients needed by the body and promote intestinal health. However, some fruits such as watermelon are cold in nature and should not be consumed excessively to avoid worsening diarrhea.
3. High-quality protein foods: such as fish, chicken, lean pork, etc., which contain high-quality proteins that help repair damaged intestinal tissues. However, meat should be thoroughly cooked and not consumed raw or cold.
4. Fruits: choose ripe, soft fruits such as bananas and applesauce, and avoid high-fiber or seeded fruits such as watermelon and strawberries, which may worsen diarrhea.
During gastroenteritis, it is recommended to eat small, frequent meals and avoid consuming large amounts of food at once to reduce the burden on the gastrointestinal tract. If symptoms are severe or persist, prompt medical attention is advised.
