Patient's question:
My boyfriend might have gastritis these days because of irregular eating habits. The doctor said he needs to avoid eating and keep a light diet. Can he eat spinach with gastritis?Doctor's answer:
During the treatment of gastroenteritis, patients should try to avoid eating spinach as much as possible, because spinach contains a lot of oxalates, which may very likely relieve nausea and vomiting. It is also a vegetable rich in fiber. Eating too much spinach may cause the gastrointestinal tract to absorb too quickly, which is beneficial for relieving nausea and vomiting, but it may actually worsen the condition. During this period, you can eat more coarse grains, such as corn, nuts, and you can also eat more noodles and millet porridge. A lighter diet is very good for gastrointestinal absorption.