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Diet during reflux disease

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Diet during reflux disease

Reflux disease is an extremely common disease in which diet and lifestyle play a significant role, but there is a lot of conflicting information about which products increase its severity, so it's worth taking a closer look at the latest scientific reports.

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1. Reflux illness general news

Gastroenteral reflux disease is one of the most common diseases of the digestive system worldwide. It is reported by 13% of the world's population (S. Yuan, S. C Larsson 2022). In Poland, 36% of patients reporting gastroenteritis are diagnosed (M. Jarosz, A. Taraszewska 2014). It is accompanied by episodes of reflux of the gastrointestinal tract and, in some cases, the oral cavity.

2. Nutritional risk factors

As reflux disease is closely related to the functioning of the digestive system, studies show that high amounts of salty snacks between meals and dietary supplements can increase the number of episodes and painful disorders. Thus, the most common risk factors usually include eating spicy, fried, or salty foods with added vinegar, but these are not the only foods that can increase symptoms. As studies show, high numbers of snacks from meals are associated with increased levels of adipose fatty acid (Fig. Fiorenthal 2019). If you eat spicy snacks with added fat or salted foods, you can consume fat in one of your snacks and drinks, and you can also consume the same amount of fat in your diet.

3. How do you formulate a diet in reflux disease?

However, it is important to remember that each person suffering from reflux disease should be eliminated from the patient's menu according to their individual needs and preferences. However, this diet, which is intended to protect the digestive system and their diet, is not possible. Studies show that there is a strong correlation between diet and dietary replacement (M. Jaroszka, A. Taraszewska, 2014). It is worth remembering that the elimination of foods from the diet should be done according to individual dietary needs and food preferences, but this diet which is designed to protect dietary intake and intake is also impossible. Research shows that the diet of people with a dietary diet that is rich in dietary nutrients should increase the quality of dietary foods, and that dietary products that are rich in fat should also increase the nutritional intake of fat.

4. Summary

In reflux disease, in addition to proper pharmacological treatment, a very important role is played by the proper lifestyle. Already small changes in diet such as reducing spicy, acidic or fatty foods and regular, small meals can greatly improve the comfort of life. Adequate rest and physical activity will also have a beneficial effect on health.
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