Eating several small meals and snacks a day instead of having big meals can also help.
A pancreatitis diet limits alcohol and fatty foods like fried foods and butter.
The pancreatitis diets promotion of nutrient-dense foods can also help you reduce the possibility ofmalnourishment.
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Being deficient in one or more fat-soluble vitamins comes with its own set of symptoms and health risks.
Instead of eating a whole egg, opt for egg whites.
Theyre low in fat and high in protein.
Check Labels
Check the ingredients list carefully on cereal and granola.
These products often contain added sugar.
And those with nuts may be too high in fat if you have pancreatitis.
Fruits and Vegetables
Choose produce with plenty of fiber, whether fresh or frozen.
Canned fruits and vegetables can also work well.
However, youll want to drain and rinse them to reduce the sugar/salt content.
High-fat produce like avocados may be too rich for you to digest if you have pancreatitis.
Avoid drinking certain beverages like whole milk and milk-based coffee drinks.
Instead, choose:
What Should You Eat During an Attack?
Spices and Cooking Methods
A pancreatitis diet can include spices and fresh herbs as tolerated.
Certain spices may be irritating, butturmericand ginger are tasty and have digestive benefits.
Choose low-fat cooking methods such as baking, grilling, roasting, boiling, and steaming.
Tomato-based sauces such as salsa or marinara sauce are good choices for sauces and garnishes.
Start by avoiding certain foods and categories of foods that can be hard on your pancreas.
You may need to start paying more attention to the kind of fat you eat and adjusting your intake.
Refined Carbohydrates
Avoid refined carbohydrates.
Avoid fried, sauteed, or stir-fried foods.
Should I Take Supplements?
A pancreatitis diet can soothe symptoms and prevent future attacks.
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