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Nutrition / Nutrients
The information is not exhaustive, and is subject to constant revision -
Maintaining a good dietary regime can be difficult for those who are experiencing disease symptoms.
Difficulty’s such as.
- Dry mouth.
- Swallowing difficulties
- Pain
- Depression
- Denial
Eating can become a burden for some leading to weight loss to such a degree that their general health becomes endangered creating a downward spiraling circle of ill health adding to the problems being caused by the disease they have.
Input needs to be well balanced and attuned to the individual. Some foodstuffs can be detrimental to the health of those suffering from a disease, while other foodstuffs can provide a beneficial support.
Texture and temperature should be considered and are as important as the ingredients matching a persons likes and dislikes.
- Tart but not spicy foodstuffs that encourage increased saliva flow may assist those with dry mouth problems.
- Soft and moist foodstuffs can be helpful for those with swallowing problems as may be experienced by those with MS.
- Difficult to digest foodstuffs should be avoided by those who have gastrointestinal problems and a sensitive digestive system exacerbated from their disease problems or from any treatments being administered.
- A large plate full of foodstuffs can appear daunting to those with compromised eating difficulties,small portions throughout the day can prove to be more appealing.
- Dehydration is a problem for many, however avoid drinking to much fluid with your
meals, it dilutes the digestive juices in the tummy and solidifies fats slowing digestion
and making it less efficient. Go-
To Water
Great care has to be taken for those with swallowing problems (Dysphagia). It is possible for foodstuffs to become diverted into the lungs causing choking and may lead to aspiration pneumonia.