As people's living standards continue to improve, changes in lifestyle, diet, and the environment have led to a逐年 increase in the probability of developing enteritis. So, for patients with enteritis, what fruits are better to eat...
Grapefruit
Grapefruit is a fruit that ripens in the autumn. Because of its thick peel, it is easy to store, making it an ideal choice to eat during the transition from winter to spring. Grapefruit is known as a "natural fruit can." It also has effects such as strengthening the stomach, regulating qi, resolving phlegm, moistening the lungs, clearing the intestines, nourishing blood, and strengthening the spleen. It can promote appetite, treat indigestion, regulate qi and dissipate stagnation. It can promote wound healing and has good auxiliary therapeutic effects on sepsis, etc.
Pear
Pears are偏寒助湿 (slightly cold and damp-promoting). Eating too many can damage the spleen and stomach, so those with a weak spleen and stomach or who are sensitive to cold foods should eat less. Pears contain more fruit acid, so those with high stomach acid should not eat too many. Pears have a diuretic effect, so those who urinate frequently at night should eat less pears before bed. Patients with blood deficiency, aversion to cold, diarrhea, or cold hands and feet should not eat too many pears. Pears should not be eaten with crabs to prevent diarrhea. For those using pears to relieve coughs and resolve phlegm, it is not advisable to choose sweet pears with too high a sugar content. Patients with gastroenteritis need to choose carefully when eating fruits.
Banana
I heard that eating bananas helps with sleep, but someone eats many fresh bananas every night before bed and finds they have a bloated stomach and can't sleep well. The bloating from eating bananas might be from eating unripe ones. Bananas sold now are often ripened with chemicals and have an astringent effect that absorbs water, which can cause bloating. Those with excessive stomach acid should not eat too many bananas, as it can cause gastrointestinal dysfunction. Additionally, people with kidney insufficiency should also avoid bananas because this group needs to control their potassium intake.
Orange
Oranges are sweet and sour, and warm in nature, entering the lung meridian. They are mainly used to treat chest congestion, nausea and poor appetite, insufficient stomach yin, dry mouth, lung heat cough, and excessive drinking. For those with poor gastrointestinal function, eating too many oranges can easily lead to the problem of bezoars; oranges contain relatively more calories, and eating too many at once can trigger conditions like stomatitis and periodontitis; excessive consumption of citrus fruits can cause "orange disease," with symptoms such as yellowing of the skin.
Watermelon
Watermelon is a diuretic but does not moisten the intestines. After eating too much, the body's water is excreted through urine, so the amount of water entering the intestines is relatively less. Coupled with factors like mental state and low dietary fiber intake, it's not surprising that some people experience dry stools or even constipation. Because the stomach and intestines are not good, it is easy to lead to diarrhea or constipation, so eating in moderation is the healthy way.
For patients with gastroenteritis, choosing fruits is important. Regarding the most common fruits mentioned above, in conclusion, there is no clear guideline on what fruits gastroenteritis patients should eat. Because fruits can improve intestinal function, it is recommended to eat more, but avoid cold ones. Also, avoid alcohol and spicy foods. If patients really want to eat them, the best way is to warm the fruit with hot water before eating.