Gastric ulcer discomfort ~ 3 tips to protect your stomach, 3 must-eat cabbage foods

Gastric ulcer is an invisible killer of gastrointestinal diseases in Chinese people. Nutritionists point out that to prevent digestive tract diseases, we should first do the "3 tips to protect the stomach". At the same time, we should consume more vegetables and fruits rich in vitamins A, C, and E, as well as the "3 stomach-protecting treasures" such as radish, cabbage and kelp. Eat healthily to stay away from the haze of stomach pain.

Hong Ruopu, a nutritionist at the Zhongxiao branch of Taipei Municipal United Hospital, pointed out that diet for gastrointestinal diseases is usually a hot topic in health education and nutrition consultation clinics. Especially for patients with duodenal ulcer, gastric ulcer, etc., improper diet often causes recurring ulcers. In addition, for gastric cancer patients who have undergone gastrectomy, how to eat healthily should not be neglected.

3 ways to protect your stomach and prevent digestive tract diseases

Basically, diet is closely related to digestive tract diseases. Whether you are a patient with gastric cancer or gastric ulcer, in addition to having a balanced diet, you should also remember the "3 tips to protect your stomach" and do a good job of "stomach protection" management.

Tip 1: Chew slowly: Overeating or eating at irregular times can easily damage the stomach wall, which may increase the incidence of gastric cancer in the long run. At the same time, you should chew your food thoroughly to make it as "small" as possible to reduce the workload of the stomach. The more you chew, the more saliva you secrete, which has a protective effect on the gastric mucosa and can reduce and prevent the risk of gastrointestinal diseases.

Tip 2: Choose food carefully: Fruits and vegetables can reduce the risk of stomach cancer. Foods that should be reduced include processed foods. These foods lose their original vitamins and fiber due to processing, and may also have unnecessary food additives to improve their appearance. In addition, high-fat foods and refined cakes will delay stomach emptying time, and stimulating beverages including coffee, tea, alcohol, etc. will also increase gastric acid secretion.

Tip 3/Moderate stress relief: The greater the stress, the more frequent gastrointestinal discomfort. Because stress can cause gastric acid secretion, excessive gastric acid can irritate the stomach wall and cause ulcers. At the same time, tension and anxiety can also cause parasympathetic nervous system hyperactivity, which strengthens the contraction of the gastric smooth muscles and even causes stomach cramps. Therefore, you should try to adjust and release stress, get enough rest and relax, and avoid long-term accumulation and physiological damage.

Eat less spicy and greasy food

Nutritionist Hong Ruopu emphasized that without a healthy stomach, no matter how good the food is, it will be poisonous. To prevent gastrointestinal diseases, in addition to the "3 tips to protect the stomach" and good "stomach protection" management, don't forget that when the stomach is not good, the highest principle of diet is to be mild. Spicy, irritating and greasy foods must be avoided, and steaming and boiling are the best cooking methods. In particular, the "three stomach-protecting treasures" such as cabbage, carrots and kelp are indispensable.

1. Cabbage / Prevent digestive diseases

Cabbage is commonly known as "natural stomach medicine". It is rich in dietary fiber, minerals, and vitamin C, and has high nutritional value. More importantly, cabbage contains vitamin K1 and vitamin U, and contains anti-ulcer factors that can repair injured tissues in the body and protect the gastrointestinal mucosa. Regular consumption can reduce stomach discomfort. Drinking cabbage juice is also a good way. Reminder: cabbage can easily cause bloating, so patients with bloating should not eat too much.

2. Carrots / Promote digestion and prevent stomach cancer

Carrots contain vitamin A, which can effectively prevent stomach cancer. According to data from the Ministry of Health and Welfare, one serving of carrots contains 9,980 micrograms of vitamin A, which is much higher than other foods. The absorption rate of vitamin A is better after being fried in oil or juicing. Not only that, carrots can promote digestion. If you drink more carrot juice on a regular basis, it can help prevent bloating. Another major feature of this product is that it can restore damaged gastric mucosa and prevent gastritis and gastric ulcers.

3. Kelp/Low calorie, a gastrointestinal cleaner

Kelp is a low GI food. It is rich in iodine, which can promote the metabolism of triglycerides in the blood and prevent blood acidification, helping to moisten the intestines and facilitate bowel movements. It is also low in calories and rich in dietary fiber, which can accelerate intestinal movement. It is known as the "longevity vegetable" in Japan and its calcium content is higher than that of anchovies. The dietary fiber content is 10 times that of sweet potato leaves, so it is also called the "scavenger of the stomach and intestines". It can moisturize the intestines and promote bowel movements, while lowering cholesterol and effectively protecting the stomach and intestines.