Appendix Removed
Author: Karen Lennox
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Last Updated:
August 08, 2022
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Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix of the appendix. After the surgical removal of the problem it is necessary to adhere to a special diet. Food should not be salty, greasy and too with
Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix of the appendix. After the surgical removal of the problem it is necessary to adhere to a special diet.
Food should not be salty, greasy and too sweet, as it will disrupt intestinal and gastric activities, will gain extra pounds to body weight. All this will stop the processes of recovery and healing of the body after surgery.
The diet needs to be prepared in advance and written down on a piece of paper for more self-control.
Therapeutic nutrition for removed appendix includes:
Soups and light brothsSoups made with water or vegetable broth are useful. You can add potatoes, onions, carrots, zucchini, leeks, beets. Make them in the form of cream soups, puree the vegetables with a blender or grate them by hand. Then add to boiling water and cook until done.
Green spices are also allowed to be used. Salt and various types of pepper are not recommended when preparing soups.
Soups of fish, peas, borscht should be excluded from the menu.
Main dishesMain dishes include a variety of vegetables, mushrooms, omelets of vegetables and fish, pasta casserole. It is forbidden to add ketchup, mayonnaise and other fatty sauces. Potatoes should be consumed in limited quantities due to their high starch content.
PorridgeIn the recovery period are very useful porridge of buckwheat and rice, also oatmeal. They can be eaten with vegetables.
Meat and fishFor the proper functioning of the intestines, sea fish in combination with cereals and vegetables is recommended.
Meat should be taken in small quantities and lean species should be selected. The most useful and dietary is the rabbit.
Dairy productsSkimmed fresh and yogurt, kefir are recommended. Do not consume too cold, but not hot, because it will disrupt gastric function.
Fruits and berriesIt is useful to eat strawberries, raspberries, tangerines, oranges, peaches. Pomegranate increases hemoglobin and immunity. Pears, grapes and nectarines should be used sparingly because they contain large amounts of sugar.
Confectionery and sweet foodsThe menu may include honey, dried fruits (prunes, apricots, dates, figs, heavenly apples). Cakes, shortbread biscuits and pastries are prohibited.
After appendix surgery it is absolutely forbidden to consume:
- salted and smoked products;
- salt and spices;
- fatty meat broths;
- carbonated drinks;
- nonfat cottage cheese, milk and cheese;
- pastry;
- greasy sauces and mayonnaise.
After the medical intervention:
- all foods and products that are taken must be crushed or prepared in the form of liquid dishes (this is necessary to facilitate their absorption by the body);
- feeding should be in small portions 5-6 times a day;
- drink plenty of fluids every day;
- the products are boiled or steamed;
- 2-3 weeks after the operation you can switch to a normal diet if your doctor decides that this is right for you.
The treatment diet for appendicitis and the selection of the menu are strictly individual and have their own characteristics. It is very important to consult a doctor before embarking on a diet. Self-medication is dangerous to health.
- Nutrition in appendicitis