Colitis is an inflammatory disease of the intestinal mucosa that is characterized by the formation of bleeding defects on them, therefore, all medical measures should be carried out only against a background of a special diet that can facilitate the work of the damaged digestive organ.
And diet, in the event that a person is diagnosed with colitis, becomes for him an integral part of the way of life, since the pathology of the digestive organs always develops in a chronic type, with a constant change in the periods of remissions and exacerbations.
Severe symptoms of intestinal diseases are capable of bringing to life a lot of inconveniences, violating its quality and completely exhausting a person. Therefore, in colitis, you just need to pay attention to some recommendations on dietary nutrition, which, if not to eradicate the unpleasant sensations completely, then reduce them to a minimum.
What is the diet for colitis?
Inflammatory pathologies of digestive organs require gentle nutrition, which at the same time will be full and rich in microelements and vitamins. Therefore, experts recommend using table number 4, its kind of diet 4a, each of which is aimed at the removal of certain symptoms manifested in colitis. But both the one and the other have some general requirements for the organization of the diet:
- Take food in a fractional way, at least 5-6 times a day. In this case, the portions must be minimal;
- If possible, do not irritate the intestines with a firm and dry food;
- It is recommended to use porridges cooked on water and practically without salt.
All purposes of dietary tables in colitis should be performed only by a doctor, since only he can take into account the factors necessary for their selection;
- Form of pathology development;
- Duration of the course of the disease;
- Concomitant symptomatology;
- Presence of complications.
In addition, the specialist will also take into account the patient's individual intolerance to certain products. This will most effectively select the appropriate dietary table( 4 or 4a), and relieve the patient of the symptoms associated with his type of colitis.
In addition, the correct method of selecting the necessary diet for colitis contributes to prolonging the period of remission for a longer period and significantly improving the quality of life of a person.
Table No. 4 with colitis
The main purpose of its appointment in colitis is complete cessation or significant reduction of fermentation, putrefaction and inflammatory processes in the patient's intestine. During the exacerbation of the disease, it is necessary to take care of the intestinal mucosa as carefully as possible, therefore, the proposed diet should be reduced to a minimum, although carbohydrates and fats are not completely excluded.
Proteins with this diet remain normal. With the help of this diet, it is also possible to limit the intake of thermal, mechanical and chemical stimuli to the intestines, which is very important in the event of defeat by colitis. This is ensured by the fact that all dishes that are included in its menu are subject to mandatory grinding and heat treatment for steaming.
Also with this diet, intended for patients with colitis, products that aggravate the processes of putrefaction and fermentation are completely expelled from the diet. Salt in the appointment of this table for the treatment and prevention of the disease is allowed to use, only it is required to reduce its level to a minimum.
But this diet provides for the use of such products, which have reduced energy value. When it is introduced into the diet, all energy costs of the body are covered only if the patient complies with bed rest. Therefore, when colitis is prescribed for the shortest period, usually the first week after the onset of an exacerbation.
This has a very beneficial effect on the damaged intestine, as it facilitates its function. The purpose of the appointment of diet number 4 in colitis is as follows:
- Provide the patient with adequate nutrition, as far as possible with impaired digestion;
- Deliver in the weakened organism the necessary quantity of microelements, vitamins, fats, proteins and carbohydrates;
- To soften the severe symptoms of colitis and reduce the inflammatory process in the intestinal mucosa.
In addition, this diet contributes to the creation of the necessary conditions for the restoration of damaged intestines, with the exception of the diet of foods that are difficult to digest and absorb. And also those that contribute to the process of decay or can cause mechanical, thermal or chemical damage. This reduces the load on the mucosa and facilitates the work of the intestine.