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Kefir with chronic and acute pancreatitis in the morning on an empty stomach and at night: recipes
Last reviewed: 16.10.2021
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With many diseases of the digestive system is recommended to use kefir. With pancreatitis, this drink is also allowed. Consider its composition and useful properties.
Pancreatitis is an inflammation of the pancreas, which occurs for many reasons. Most often these are systematic eating disorders, overeating, infectious diseases or hormonal disorders, long-term use of medications, anatomical or genetic factors, stress.
Kefir is a probiotic, useful in disorders of the gastrointestinal tract, and especially in pancreatitis. The main properties of the product:
- Soothes and cleanses the stomach.
- Stops vomiting and relieves diarrhea.
- Activates the function of the pancreas and stimulates the production of a number of digestive enzymes.
- Serves as a source for the processing of animal protein, which is necessary for the normal functioning of the pancreas.
- Prevents reproduction of pathogens in the digestive system.
- Normalizes the intestinal microflora.
Contains vitamins B, C, A, H, PP, as well as magnesium, potassium, sulfur, chlorine, sodium, phosphorus and other microelements necessary for the body. In this case, calcium from kefir is absorbed much better than from milk. Regular use of the drink helps to activate the body's defenses and speeds up the regeneration of damaged tissues.
Is it possible to drink kefir with pancreatitis?
The answer to the question is whether to drink kefir with pancreatitis is unequivocal - yes, you can. It belongs to dietary products and has practically no contraindications to use. Supplies the body with useful substances. For people with pancreatitis, the drink acts as a source of digestible animal protein, which is needed daily to maintain the normal functioning of the pancreas.
The caloric content of kefir depends entirely on its fat content and composition. As a rule, it varies from 30 to 56 kcal. The protein content should be at least 3%. A good drink has a uniform consistency and a pleasant slightly sour smell. Despite all the benefits, uncontrolled use of kefir is dangerous. A too fatty or sour drink can provoke a malfunction in the digestive tract and exacerbation of pancreatitis.
When using the product in pancreatitis, it is recommended that you follow these rules:
- If the disease is acute, then the drink should be discarded. This is associated with a risk of increasing the acidity of gastric juice and a malfunction in the production of pancreatic enzymes.
- It is necessary to start with 1% kefir, using ¼ cup and gradually bringing the volume to 1 cup per day. The drink should be at room temperature, since a cold liquid can provoke spasms of the pancreatic ducts.
- The sour milk product is especially useful when consumed at night. A glass of drink gives a feeling of saturation and does not overload the sick stomach.
Of great importance is the choice of quality kefir. It should contain only pasteurized or whole milk, fermented with milk fungi. If microorganisms and bifidobacteria are used for leaven, then this drink is not a live kefir. For people with pancreatitis categorically contraindicated kefir, in which milk is replaced with palm oil. It has a low concentration of proteins necessary for the body and a lot of fat.
Kefir with pancreatitis and cholecystitis
Unhealthy foods with a high fat content are the main cause of diseases such as pancreatitis and cholecystitis.
- Pancreatitis is an inflammation of the pancreas caused by a violation of the outflow of pancreatic juice. It is characterized by intense painful sensations in the abdomen, attacks of nausea and vomiting, constipation, increased gas production.
- Cholecystitis is an inflammation of the gallbladder caused by congestion of the bile due to blockage of the bile ducts. It is accompanied by pains in the right hypochondrium, fever, bitterness in the mouth, yellowness of the skin, attacks of nausea and vomiting.
Both diseases are closely related and can even appear simultaneously. Cholecystitis and cholelithiasis lead to a violation of the outflow of pancreatic juice, which provokes pancreatitis. Or vice versa, the inflammation of the gall bladder begins because of the release of pancreatic juice into it.
Kefir with pancreatitis and cholecystitis is an important component of therapeutic nutrition. Patients are assigned a diet number 5, which is aimed at alleviating the digestive process. The sour milk product is rich in protein and essential for the organism microelements. Its regular use restores the intestinal microflora, improves the functioning of the digestive system, tones up and favorably affects the overall well-being.
Kefir with chronic pancreatitis
During the remission of inflammation of the pancreas, the patient is prescribed an extended diet. Kefir in chronic pancreatitis is recommended for use, at all stages of the disease. But with remission, you can choose a drink 2.5% fat, daily maturity.
Daily allowance should not exceed 200-250 ml. Higher doses can provoke irritation of the gastric mucosa, increase acidity or cause flatulence, which will worsen the condition of the pancreas.
During remission sour-milk product should be consumed not only at night, but also as a separate dish, used in dressing salads, in soups. In kefir you can add various fillers that improve its taste, for example, natural berry syrup, honey or fruit puree.
Kefir with exacerbation of pancreatitis
If the inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract occurs in a chronic form with frequent relapses, then the diet should be observed on an ongoing basis. Kefir with exacerbation of pancreatitis is recommended for a while to be excluded from the diet.
Only on the tenth day after relieving the exacerbation, the patient can start using a fat-free product of 50 ml per day. As soon as the general health and body condition stabilize, the dose can be increased by 10-15 ml every day, bringing up to 250 ml.
Kefir with acute pancreatitis
Sour-milk products with a low percentage of fat content are included in the diet for many diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. Kefir with acute pancreatitis can be started no earlier than 10-14 days after the onset of an exacerbation. Before this, within a few days, it is recommended to observe complete food rest.
This is due to the fact that against the background of the inflammatory process, the ducts and channels of the pancreas, which are responsible for secretion (splits the incoming nutrients into the body) are clogged. This leads to destruction of the tissues of the organ and ulceration of the mucous membrane. A short course of fasting will restore normal functioning of the body.
Once the acute course of pancreatitis is over, 50 ml of 1% kefir can be added to the diet. With further improvement in the condition and normal tolerability of the product, the dosage should be increased gradually to 250 ml. Kefir is best to drink at night, 40-60 minutes before bedtime. The drink acts as a light supper, does not load the digestive system, but quenches the feeling of hunger.
Kefir with gastritis and pancreatitis
Such diseases as gastritis and pancreatitis are very common. A similar diagnosis occurs in both adults and children. Inadequate nutrition, stress and a number of other pathological factors lead to the development of the disease. The treatment is long and based on dietary nutrition.
Kefir with gastritis and pancreatitis is allowed to use. Sour milk product should be used in the daily diet. It contains bifidobacteria, which favorably influence the process of digestion of food. In addition, a large amount of lactose helps to calm the nervous system.
Useful properties of the drink in the treatment of diseases of the digestive tract:
- Restoration of normal intestinal microflora and stomach.
- Preventing the processes of rotting products in the body.
- Reducing the level of sugar and cholesterol in the blood.
- Improving appetite.
- Normalization of metabolic processes in the body.
During the exacerbation of diseases, it is necessary to stop using a sour milk drink. The basis of the diet should be warm water, unsweetened black tea or a decoction of rose hips. After a week of a strict diet, a small amount of low-fat kefir can be introduced into the diet. It is better to use it in the morning or before bedtime. In two weeks after an exacerbation, it is possible to start eating other dairy products.
To get the most benefit from kefir, it must be properly chosen. Buy only fresh product with a minimum percentage of density. When consumed, the drink should be at room temperature. If the inflammatory processes on the part of the digestive organs are in a state of remission, then the product can be supplemented with berries and fruits, honey.
Kefir with cholelithiasis and pancreatitis
Gallstone disease (SCI) is a pathological condition in which solid deposits form in the gallbladder. The main cause of the disorder is poor nutrition, infection, metabolic disorders or genetic predisposition. This disease is associated with pancreatitis, since the gallbladder is located near the pancreas, and the organs perform similar functions. The concrements emerging from the bile are stuck in the region of the joint ducts, causing various disturbances.
Kefir with cholelithiasis and pancreatitis is the basis of dietary nutrition. For treatment shows a strict diet, control of bile and cholesterol. Sour-milk products are allowed for remission of the disease. In acute course should take herbal decoctions, purified water, vegetable broths and dishes on a plant basis. When choosing kefir, preference should be given to fat-free drink 1%.
Fatty yogurt, milk, cottage cheese and other dairy products are contraindicated. If the diet is properly formulated and observed, then this leads to the normalization and elimination of cholesterol from the body, supported by bile. This contributes to the improvement of general well-being and favorably affects the functioning of the organs of the gastrointestinal tract.
Buckwheat with yogurt in the morning on an empty stomach with pancreatitis
One of the most popular methods of alternative medicine used to cleanse and restore the pancreas is buckwheat with kefir in the morning on an empty stomach. With pancreatitis, this prescription can be used only in the state of remission of the disease. Each product, both in place and individually, is useful in inflammatory processes in the digestive tract.
- Buckwheat - contains protein, iron, B vitamins and microelements necessary for the body. This cereal has a minimum of calories and fat, is well absorbed. It can be used as a stand-alone garnish or add to other dishes. Buckwheat is an indispensable product for patients with pancreatitis.
- Kefir is a sour-milk diet product. It has low fat content and high content of easily digestible animal protein. Promotes the restoration of normal intestinal microflora and acts as a prevention of constipation. It can be introduced into the diet 10-14 days after the onset of the disease attack.
To make buckwheat with kefir, take ½ cup of cereals and 250 ml of low-fat kefir. Buckwheat should be picked and rinsed. Place the porridge in a deep plate, pour kefir and cover. Put the future dish in a cool place or refrigerator for 10-12 hours. During this time the groats will get wet and soften. Before consumption, buckwheat must be maintained for 1-2 hours at room temperature or heated in a water bath. The course of treatment with this prescription is 7-10 days for ½ servings in the morning and in the evening.
Note that raw buckwheat, can provoke irritation of the intestines and stomach. This will lead to pain in the abdomen, flatulence, diarrhea. The prescription is contraindicated in case of exacerbation of pancreatitis.
Kefir at night with pancreatitis
Many patients with inflammatory diseases of the digestive tract use kefir for the night. With pancreatitis it is very useful. The sour milk product acts as a probiotic, which is resistant to gastric juice, so it normally enters the intestine and restores a useful microflora that is destroyed by the disease.
Kefir as the last meal is a great light dinner. He perfectly satisfies hunger. The drink is rich in carbohydrate compounds, dietary fiber and protein. Getting into the body, it stimulates intestinal peristalsis, improves the condition of the pancreas.
Kefir and cottage cheese with pancreatitis
The result of fermentation of milk is sour-milk products, which are tasty and useful. Kefir and cottage cheese in pancreatitis can be consumed only with remission of the disease, usually 10-14 days after its onset. This combination has useful properties that have a beneficial effect on the damaged pancreas, gastrointestinal tract and the whole body:
- Fermented milk products contain a lot of protein, which is an important structural element necessary to restore the cells of the damaged organ and produce digestive enzymes. That is why in the diet of patients with pancreatitis should be both kefir and cottage cheese.
- A high calcium content is necessary to restore the digestive functions of the pancreas. In comparison with calcium from milk, this element is absorbed much faster and easier.
- Both yogurt and cottage cheese are prepared using starter cultures, which contain live lactobacilli bacteria (lactobacilli, bifidobacteria, acidophilus bacillus, Bulgarian bacillus and others). They partially break down lactose and facilitate the digestion and assimilation of all useful components. Eliminate the symptoms of dysbiosis, improve digestive functions and intestinal motility.
Kefir with pancreatitis should become an obligatory component of the diet. Choosing a drink, you should prefer low-fat varieties. This sour-milk product can be used in the preparation of various dishes that diversify the diet and diet.