Can patients with atrophic gastritis consume royal jelly?
It is generally safe to consume royal jelly during atrophic gastritis. Although royal jelly does not have a curative effect on atrophic gastritis, it has relatively high nutritional value and can effectively provide energy to the body.
Atrophic gastritis is mostly caused by Helicobacter pylori infection or immune system attacks that damage the gastric mucosa, so consuming royal jelly typically does not treat the condition. However, royal jelly is rich in vitamins, carbohydrates, and various trace elements. Moderate consumption can effectively enhance immune function and disease resistance, relieve physical and mental fatigue, and thus help alleviate various adverse symptoms caused by atrophic gastritis to some extent. Therefore, it is acceptable to consume royal jelly.
When atrophic gastritis is diagnosed, in addition to taking royal jelly to boost immunity, it is also recommended to seek timely medical treatment. Under a doctor's guidance, medications such as metronidazole, omeprazole, and amoxicillin for eradicating Helicobacter pylori, or prokinetic agents like cisapride, may be used for proper management of the condition.