Can I drink coffee in pancreatitis?

1 To drink or not to drink?

In all cases of pancreatic diseases that are inflammatory, other GIT organs also suffer, so the issue of proper nutrition is a priority. Often, patients are interested in whether it is possible to drink coffee in pancreatitis and how much it can damage the pancreas. In general, there are no results of studies that would confirm that this drink harms the gland, contributing to the development of associated pathologies. But in those cases when there are already chronic pancreatic diseases, then coffee, possibly, will lead to an aggravation of the problem and will more violate the functioning of the organ.

If a person after drinking an empty cup of coffee feels a sharp pain in the pancreas, then it is recommended to completely refuse this drink or to drink it at least after a light breakfast. When a cup of a fragrant drink does not cause any problems and does not cause acute pain, there is no reason to abandon it, but there must be a measure in everything.

2 Which drink should I choose?

When choosing the right coffee, preference should be given to a natural, not a soluble substitute, since the natural drink will be of high quality and will not damage the body. The soluble variant contains some harmful chemicals that are used in its production, therefore its use is categorically contraindicated in acute gastrointestinal diseases.

In cases where there are exacerbations of pancreatitis, it is possible to give preference to chicory, which even has a taste and aroma similar to real coffee, does not contain caffeine, is considered safer, not only during treatment of the pancreas, but also with other problems withhealth.

To make coffee the most safe drink in the inflammatory processes in the pancreas, it is recommended to dilute it with milk. So, coffee with the addition of large amounts of milk can be drunk after half an hour after a hearty breakfast. You can not drink separately black coffee and separately milk, as this can cause excessive nervous overexcitation, which will lead to a new fit of discomfort and pain in the inflamed gland. Chlorogenic acids contained in this drink are capable of irritating the mucous membranes, and secretion of gastric juice also increases, which in turn stimulates pancreatic secretion, resulting in nausea, heartburn. In addition, caffeine has the property of increasing appetite, which can lead to overeating and unnecessary strain on the digestive system.

If the patient can not refuse coffee in any way, then doctors can advise you to replace natural coffee with green, which has a positive effect on the pancreas, in addition, it controls weight, which significantly reduces the risk of getting diabetes. It is the pancreas that produces insulin, and if it inflames, it can lead to the development of diabetes.

In case of severe inflammation of the pancreas, it is strongly recommended to keep a diary of food, where not only the eaten meals are recorded, but all consumed drinks and their quantity, it helps to identify those products that provoke exacerbations in order to avoid them if possible. In case of exacerbations, the use of caffeinated products should be minimized, the diet should be followed and the recommendations of the attending physician should be heeded. All this in a complex will help cure the disease or at least alleviate the condition of the patient, to enable him to lead a healthy lifestyle.