How Should People With Cirrhosis Be Fed?
This pathology is the end result of liver damage that becomes chronic. American College of Gastroenterology
What is cirrhosis?
chronic disease leads to a change in organ architecture and functionality
According to several studies
Stages of the disease
There are two basic stages
- Jaundice:
- Ascites:
- Encephalopathy:
- gastrointestinal bleeding
Prevalence of malnutrition
Malnutrition is a very common sign in these patients. Several studies
we must add the lack of variety of foods consumed by bad habits of addiction
How should people with cirrhosis be fed?
Nutritional care for patients with liver cirrhosis the diet must contain all food groups and be low in fat
Spanish Association of Digestive Pathology Nursing
- White and red meat, considering low-fat options.
- Fishes.
- Eggs
- Fruits and vegetables.
- Cereals and starches.
- Raw oils in moderation.
- Legumes.
- Oilseeds in limited quantity.
- Seeds.
- Non-fat dairy products.
Research in this field indicates that protein intake should be 1 to 1.5 grams per kilogram of weight to avoid deficiencies. It is also suggested to eat 5 meals a day with little volume.
Furthermore, alcohol and all toxic substances its elimination slows progression and improves prognosis remarkably.
Feeding when there are express symptoms of the disease
article published in the journal Pharmacy Professional
- Limit fluid intake to 1.2 liters per day.
- Restrict sodium intake, as it favors fluid accumulation and aggravates ascites.
- Reduce protein consumption so as not to overload the liver, the main tissue responsible for metabolizing them.
encephalopathy patients
The introduction of vitamin complexes can also be considered . Additions of vitamins B and K are especially needed
The Liver Transplant Option
liver transplantation can be considered a treatment option.
rejection of the new body
What should we remember about feeding people with cirrhosis?
which leads to the accumulation of toxic substances in the body
