Cranberry in pancreatitis: can or can not?
Cranberry has juicy acidic pulp, which has healing properties, Thanks to which it has been used in folk medicine for several centuries to treat various diseases in both adults and young children.
The benefits of
The cranberry flesh has a sour taste, and this only indicates that it contains a lot of acids and vitamin C, which are necessary for the human body. They strengthen the immune system and promote the proper functioning of internal organs and systems.
These sourish berries are very useful in disorders of the intestine, because it contains a lot of fiber, which has a mild laxative effect. As a result of prolonged use, the work of the intestine is completely restored and the problems with the stool completely disappear.
By the way, it is because of this property that cranberries also contribute to the elimination of toxic substances that make the work of internal organs and systems more difficult. Their accumulation in the body leads to deterioration of the person's well-being and the development of various diseases of the digestive system. But most often they suffer from stomach and pancreas.
This berry produces delicious drinks. It is added to various meat dishes and pastries. It fills the food with a special taste and gives it a pleasant smell. At the same time it is low-calorie and can be used for cooking dietary dishes.
But does the cranberry have the same beneficial properties in pancreatitis? Whether it is possible to eat it at presence of the given disease or not?
Acute phase of the disease
Cranberry in the acute phase of pancreatitis is strictly forbidden to patients, as it negatively affects the pancreas. Firstly, because this berry has a laxative property, it can cause bloating, spasms and fermentation, which negatively affects the already bad digestion.
Secondly, the presence of a large number of acids leads to stimulation of the production of pancreatic and gastric juice, which badly affects the damaged pancreas. In this case, both fresh berries and berries that have undergone heat treatment possess such properties.
The remission phase
During the remission, the cranberry can also become dangerous for the patient with pancreatitis, as it can cause a wave of new attacks. However, if the patient's condition is more or less stable, then this berry can be included in the list of allowed products.
But it is not necessary to make this decision on your own, as this can become dangerous for the patient's well-being. The question of introducing cranberries into the diet should be discussed only with the doctor. It is he who must give permission for this and indicate the number of berries that are allowed for use by the patient per day.
Very Important! Cranberries can cause an allergic reaction and resume pain attacks, so it is not recommended to consume it above the permitted rate.
Cranberry fruit
Despite the fact that these berries are a food product for pancreatitis, which patients should be wary of, mors from this berry is included in the diet in pancreatitis at all stages of the disease. Since this drink has properties that contribute to the normalization of the pancreas, relieve inflammation and flow, and also eliminate pain.
Especially cranberry mors is useful in the phase of remission. It prevents the resumption of attacks and promotes rapid recovery. Therefore, to use such a drink is recommended for pancreatitis at least 200 ml per day.
