Are tangerines harmful to the pancreas
Tangerines for the pancreas are not as harmful as other citrus fruits, but the diet is carefully monitored so as not to harm the body. There are limitations in the use of citrus fruits for patients.
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The use of tangerines for diseases of the pancreas
Useful properties of tangerines
Tangerines with pancreatitis can only be eaten in limited quantities. Doctors forbid the use of this citrus due to several reasons:
- because of this fruit, gastric juice is released more strongly, so the pancreas should work more actively;
- a high percentage of glucose, which negatively affects inflammation;
- tangerines are often allergic.
All citruses contain pectin, which helps the microflora to recover and avoid dysbiosis. Mandarins contain a large amount of vitamins that strengthen the body and normalize digestion.
Due to the small amount of calories, the fruit is consumed with a diet. For dysentery, citrus juice is prescribed. This fruit is eaten under stress as it calms the nerves. Fruits lower the temperature well, but negatively affect the work of the heart.
The fruits contain the following vitamins:
- C - helps in the fight against various infections;
- A - vitamin for eyes and mucous membranes;
- D - for the absorption of calcium;
- B1 - for stress resistance;
- K - for vessels.
Use for pancreatitis
It is recommended to eat no more than 2-3 tangerines a day for pancreatitis.
At the same time, they need to be consumed only fresh, at a time no more than one fruit. Even a healthy person cannot eat citruses on an empty stomach, and even more so for those who have inflammation of the pancreas. The fruit should be sweet.
Acute stage
Tangerines for the pancreas in acute inflammation are dangerous. The reason for this is the acidity in the fruit, which causes irritation.
The second reason is the high sugar content, and in order to assimilate it, insulin is required (it is produced by the pancreas). When an organ becomes inflamed, it needs strength to fight the disease, and this is additional stress.
Only after a couple of weeks, doctors are allowed to use jelly and tangerine juice for pancreatitis. These drinks taste good and also tone up the body. After a month, it is allowed to consume tangerine jelly. Everything should be prepared at home. Commercial jelly and jelly contains a large amount of chemicals.
Chronic pancreatitis
With a chronic disease, the fruit is allowed to be consumed, but in limited quantities so as not to cause an exacerbation. They contain less acid than oranges, so they are safer.
It is allowed to use juices, as well as sauces and marinades based on tangerines for pancreatitis. Citrus is eaten fresh.
Aggravation
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With an exacerbation of the disease, tangerines are prohibited.
When the inflammation worsens, the use of tangerines with pancreas worsens the patient's condition.At this stage, use in any form is prohibited.
The pancreas does not function at full strength, and the activated substances begin to digest the organ itself. They add to the diet only after a couple of weeks.
Remission
You can eat tangerines with pancreatitis during this period, because the pancreas begins to function fully. But before use, it is better to consult a doctor.
Features of choice when buying
In order not to harm the body, the product must be fresh and look healthy. There are several features to choose from:
- the peel should be firm (not soft or dry);
- the color should be bright orange, such fruits are the sweetest;
- padded fruit - it starts to rot, you shouldn't buy this;
- the presence of mold is strictly not allowed;
- spots on the skin are an alarming sign of the spoilage of the product.
To determine whether the fruit is ripe, the peeled fruit is pressed down - juice must be sprayed. Also, the ease of peeling off the skin indicates ripeness.
Tangerine varieties allowed for pancreatitis:
Variety | Features of the |
Israeli | The taste is sweet, pitted, juicy, the skin is thin. |
Moroccan | Sweet taste, juicy, orange (bright) color, bones are practically absent. |
Spanish | Medium in size, easily peeled from the fruit, with seeds. |
Forbidden citruses
With inflammation of the pancreas, you can not use:
- lemon (at any stage of inflammation);
- grapefruit;
- pomelo;
- kumquat;
- sweets;
- bergamot.
Any citrus fruits can damage the body, especially in inflammatory processes. Pomelo has high levels of fiber and acidity, which causes gas and diarrhea.
Grapefruit is not consumed at any stage, as it causes pancreatic necrosis and exacerbation of cholecystitis. Lemons have a high percentage of vitamin C, from which the secretory glands are activated, and this is dangerous in this disease. Orange is eaten only in limited doses (1-2 pieces per day). But you need to start with tsp. pulp at a time.
Conclusion
You can eat tangerines for pancreatitis, but the amount is determined by the attending doctor. It is impossible to use citruses in the exacerbation stage. The patient is allowed to start eating them in limited quantities and not in all forms. It is important to choose the right fruit so that it is healthy and sweet.