Esophageal ulcers are damage to the stomach lining, often caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease.
Therefore, building a reasonable diet not only helps reduce symptoms but also supports a quick recovery process.
Types of food to eat
According to experts at the health website Health, people with symptoms of esophageal ulcers need to eat a diet that is guaranteed and suitable for their physical condition.
Some suggested foods include whole grains such as oats, brown rice, whole wheat breadcrumbs... which will help provide fiber, regulate bowel movements and reduce acid reflux.
Vegetables (cally, broccoli, carrots, sweet potatoes...) and fruits (bananas, apples...) will provide vitamins, minerals and fiber to support digestion and reduce esophageal irritation.
In addition, lean meat and easily digestible protein such as goose meat, pork skin, etc. can be used as easy-to-digest protein sources, helping to neutralize acid and significantly reduce symptoms of esophageal ulcers.
Foods to avoid
In addition to foods recommended for use, avoid drinks containing caffeine and carbonated water. These drinks can increase acid secretion and cause esophageal irritation.
People with symptoms of esophageal ulcers also need to reduce foods rich in fat and fried foods. Some studies show that animal fat, fried foods or processed foods can slow digestion and increase the risk of reflux.
Acidic fruits such as oranges, tangerines, lemons, grapefruits should also not be used because they can stimulate the production of stomach acid, causing discomfort.
Notes on diet
People with or symptoms of esophageal ulcers should instead eat 2-3 meals/day to divide their meals to help the stomach not be overloaded, reducing the risk of acid reflux.
Avoid eating too much or too much because eating too much can cause stomach strain, while leaving the stomach hungry will increase acid secretion. In particular, you should not lie down immediately after eating but wait at least 2 hours to reduce the risk of reflux.
