Raisins with pancreatitis
Among all kinds of dried fruits, raisins are most popular. The berries retain 70% of vitamins and 100% of the microelements contained in fresh grapes. Raisins are recommended for use with anemia, kidney and digestive tract diseases, fever, as well as athletes and men with decreased libido.
Acute phase
Acute phase of pancreatitis is accompanied by inflammation and decomposition of pancreatic tissue. During this period, special attention should be paid to nutrition. Diet is the main component of the treatment of acute pancreatitis. During the first days, therapeutic starvation is shown. The excretory function of the gland should be minimized.
With pancreatitis in the acute phase, raisins should be excluded from the diet. It contains a significant amount of simple carbohydrates( sugar)( 60 grams per 100 grams of product).The use of raisins overloads the insulin apparatus of the pancreas. High fiber content in the product( 100 grams of raisins contain 15% of daily intake) can cause diarrhea, increased gas production, flatulence.
In pancreatitis in acute form, raisins are not allowed to be consumed, but you can add it as one of the components of compote.
Drink is prepared from dried fruits: apples, dried apricots, prunes, raisins, pears without adding sugar. All the ingredients are crushed and poured with boiling water. Before use, the infusion should be filtered. Such a drink will replenish energy and support the water-salt balance of a depleted organism.
The amount of raisins allowed for use during the acute phase of pancreatitis is determined on an individual basis.
Remission phase
During the remission period, the range of approved products is significantly expanded. Doctors recommend using raisins to prepare any dishes as part of diet number 5.
Treatment, with pancreatitis in remission, is aimed at preventing relapses and restoring the body. Raisins have a beneficial effect on the body, thanks to the vitamins and trace elements contained therein:
- oleanoic acid promotes immunity and protects cells from free radicals;
- boron promotes the normal absorption of calcium, which is the prevention of osteoporosis and osteochondrosis;
- iodine promotes normal functioning of the thyroid gland;
- magnesium and potassium promote the strengthening of myocardium, favorably affect the work of the heart.
The consumption of dried grapes contributes to the normalization of the stool, the enrichment of the body with antioxidants, and also has a toning effect.
The diet for pancreatitis is based on the observance of the principles of moderation and regularity. Preference is given to grinded food, steamed. Raisins harmoniously fit into the diet of a patient with pancreatitis as one of the ingredients in the preparation of pilaf, porridge, pudding, curd casserole, jelly, kissels or compotes. Drink dried fruits with pancreatitis is better in the processed form. In small quantities, the use of raw raisins as a dessert is acceptable. A handful of delicacies, eaten as a snack, will saturate the body with vitamins and microelements.
People with overweight, obesity, diabetes should not forget that raisins are a high-calorie product( depending on the variety up to 300kcal / 100g).The recommended daily intake rate for pancreatitis in remission is 50 grams.
Pancreatitis is an insidious disease. There are many factors that can provoke an exacerbation. Patients with this diagnosis should not neglect the diet and recommendations of the gastroenterologist.
