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Food items which should be included in your diet while you’re suffering from jaundice are:
Fresh fruits and vegetables: To drink fresh juice of fruits and vegetables containing high goodness of nutrients during the jaundice is very important. During jaundice, our digestive system needs some rest so the heavy meal can be harmful. Fruits like oranges, berries, papayas, and apples contain healthy digestive enzymes and some vital vitamins like C, K and B.
Water: One of the significant parts of your recovery is staying hydrated. Apart from keeping your body hydrated, fluids flush out the toxins from the body. It is highly recommended to consume fluids throughout a day and also you can add some lemon, mint, cucumber to add a little concoction of infused water. Having fluids will maintain your electrolyte balance and cure weakness.
Soups: When you are ill, then you don’t feel like eating, but due to the medication you eat some light or some fluid. Especially during jaundice, it is advised to consume as much liquid as you can. Soups are flavourful yet easy on the tummy kind of dishes, which you can include in your daily diet. However, they are low in calories, but they will provide the nutrients in abundance.
Proteins: Proteins play a vital role in building muscles and repairing tissues. They are a good source of amino acids which are essential for the regeneration of the liver, leading to a speedy recovery from jaundice. Food items include plenty of dals, pulses, legumes, a small portion of lean meat and tofu/paneer.
Coconut water: Coconut water has plenty of nutrients that are beneficial for the liver. It is a good source of antioxidants that help in fighting the free radicals that can damage your immune system. Apart from boosting the immune system it also treats jaundice. It provides hydration and helps in maintaining a proper fluid balance.
Fibre: The intake of fibres flushes out the harmful toxins and improves the functioning of the liver. A fibre-rich diet that contains almonds, berries, whole grains like brown rice and oats can increase your immunity, regulate your bowel movement.
Sugarcane: Sugarcane helps in the proper functioning of the liver and digestion. A glass of sugarcane juice will help the patient recover from jaundice quickly.
Tomato Juice: Tomatoes have lycopene which lowers the risk of liver ailments. Drinking one glass of tomato juice mixed with salt and pepper should be taken every morning to relieve jaundice.
Papaya leaves: Make a paste from papaya leaves and add honey to it. This paste has to be consumed for the next two weeks for speedy recovery.
Spinach: Spinach is rich in iron and spinach juice is more adventurous for the jaundice patient. To add more benefit, chop some spinach leaves along with carrot as it is a good home remedy.
