Heavy meals, mixed foods, alcohol, and overeating put a lot of strain on the pancreas. This strain is even more severe for people with digestive problems.
Acute pancreatitis: Tips to avoid risks during holidays and celebrations
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Dr. Sofia Kardashova, a gastroenterologist, explains how to prepare for the holidays, because even a healthy person can develop this serious condition.
The doctor explains that acute pancreatitis occurs suddenly, when digestive enzymes begin to destroy the pancreas, causing severe and widespread pain . It is often triggered by consuming a large amount of alcohol in one go, or by gallstones that the person may not be aware of, as well as by excessive consumption of fatty foods.
Surgeon warns of the dangers of pancreatitis
To avoid developing this serious condition, the doctor recommends following several important steps:
Choose your food carefully : Focus on lean meats, fish, vegetables, and steamed dishes, such as skinless chicken, turkey, veal, and white fish. Follow with vegetables and salads, excluding cabbage and radishes, and baked or steamed dishes.
Controlling portion sizes and eating times : Do not exceed the size of your palm, with two to three hours between meals, and eat your last meal about three hours before bedtime.
Avoid extremely hot or cold foods : Keep food temperature between 20 and 50 degrees Celsius, and avoid iced drinks and snacks.
Limit alcohol consumption : Alcohol irritates the digestive system and worsens pancreatitis. If abstinence is difficult, limit yourself to a light drink such as white wine or beer, but only one glass.
Maintaining body hydration : Drink pure water, unsweetened tea, and herbal drinks.
Engage in moderate physical activity after meals.
Creating a calm and cheerful atmosphere during the holiday is important to avoid stress, as it affects the functions of the pancreas.
Consult a specialist doctor beforehand to assess the condition of the pancreas and prescribe preventive treatment if necessary, including enzymes, diet, and specific exercises.
