What are the dietary contraindications to be aware of during treatment for people with hepatitis B?

Mondo Health Updated on 2024-03-07

During hepatitis B**, patients need to be aware of the following dietary contraindications:

1. Strictly avoid alcohol: including liquor, fruit wine, wine, beer and other alcoholic beverages, because alcohol will increase the burden on the liver and may lead to worsening of the condition.

2. Avoid spicy and stimulating foods: such as chili peppers, raw green onions, ginger, garlic, etc., as well as drinking strong tea and strong coffee, etc., which may affect sleep and are not conducive to the recovery of the liver.

3. Salt restriction: If the patient has liver cirrhosis and ascites, the intake of salt should be appropriately restricted, as excessive salt intake may lead to aggravation of ascites.

4. Control protein intake: If the patient has hepatic encephalopathy, the protein intake should be properly controlled, especially animal protein, and plant protein should be preferred.

5. Limit hard foods: If the patient has esophageal-gastric varices, hard foods, such as nuts, coarse celery, etc., should be strictly avoided to prevent gastrointestinal bleeding.

In addition, the diet of hepatitis B patients should be the same as that of ordinary people, adopt a balanced diet, ensure sufficient vegetables and fruits, appropriate protein (both meat and protein), and control fat intake. Calories** should be adjusted according to the patient's physique and weight, avoid overeating, and eat less greasy fried products. At the same time, you should not be overly picky about eating a certain food as a supplement, let alone using various forms of health products or health foods.

People with hepatitis B should get enough sleep, avoid staying up late and being tired, and pay attention to rest. At the same time, we should also pay attention to dietary regulation and avoid eating greasy and spicy food, so as not to burden the liver.

During the ** period, hepatitis B patients should follow their doctor's instructions, eat a reasonable diet, and avoid drinking alcohol and eating spicy, irritating, greasy foods. People with hepatitis B should get enough sleep, avoid staying up late and being tired, and pay attention to rest.

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