During Dasain, most of the houses cook sweet and savory food. In such a situation, half of the people in the house are waiting for this time, while some are worried that the problem will worsen if they do not have food.
At other times, those who pay attention to food also think that they can eat whatever they want on Dasain. Especially, those with rheumatism problems may feel tongue-tingled when they see the meat of Dasain: to eat or not to eat? How much to eat? Isn't it the case that the disease will be aggravated by tasting it?
The answer is not the same for everyone. Because, bath is not of the same type, and all types of bath have different dietary restrictions. Therefore, it is necessary to decide what to eat and what not to eat on Dasain by understanding the type of arthritis.
First, let's understand what a bath is
As soon as arthritis is mentioned, many people think of the problem of joint pain or increased uric acid. However, rheumatism is not a single disease, it is a word that refers to different types of diseases. Some of them are due to the accumulation of uric acid crystals in the rheumatic joints and some are autoimmune diseases.
In an autoimmune disease, the body's immune system begins to attack healthy cells, tissues or joints of its own body as foreign substances. It can cause pain, swelling and stiffness in the joints. In some cases, apart from the joints, other parts of the body can also be affected.
Symptoms may vary depending on the type of arthritis. One of its symptoms is usually when you wake up in the morning, the joints are stiff, it is difficult to move and you feel comfortable after walking for a while. Joint pain or swelling, excessive fatigue and hair loss may also be seen.
In some autoimmune diseases, dry mouth, frequent sores in the mouth, different types of rashes on the skin or red spots in the shape of a butterfly can appear on the face. Similarly, difficulty in breathing, increased heart rate, persistent cough and abdominal pain, constipation or diarrhea may also be seen.
Do you have to eat meat because you have arthritis?
You don't have to stop eating meat as soon as you get arthritis. Attention should be paid only according to the type of bath. Gout caused by increased uric acid ie uric acid bath and autoimmune bath are not the same.
Therefore, the same dietary rules do not apply to people with all types of rheumatism.
In an autoimmune disease, the body's immune system starts attacking its own tissues. In this case, attention should be paid to the diet according to the type of disease, condition and treatment. In case of uric acid bath, consumption of foods and alcohol that are high in purine can increase the problem.
How much attention should be paid to eating red meat?
It is customary to eat Khasi meat during Dasain. However, it is not advisable for people with uric acid disease to eat red meat in large quantities. Rather than not eating meat, it is better to control the amount and adjust your diet according to your doctor's advice.
People with uric acid gout should take special care as purines are high in meat as well as internal organs such as liver and kidneys. The habit of eating too much meat at once, frequently adding meat dishes and not balancing the diet can increase the problem.
How much to eat tareka and gulia food?
During Dasain, along with meat, the consumption of greasy, starchy dishes, sweets and soft drinks also increases. Eating too much of these foods can lead to weight gain. Obesity can make arthritis more difficult to manage.
Therefore, even during Dasain, you should maintain a regular eating schedule as much as possible, reduce fried and highly sugary foods and include vegetables and fruits in your meals.
Alcohol consumption is of particular concern for people with uric acid gout. Alcohol, including beer, increases uric acid and can increase the risk of gout attacks. Therefore, not drinking alcohol is the safest option.
Although it is customary to sit and drink alcohol with friends during Dasain, people with rheumatic problems should not consider it normal. People who suffer from gout problem should stay away from alcohol.
Don't forget to drink water and exercise
During the Dasain holidays, along with eating, daily walking and exercise can also be missed. However, people with rheumatic problems should continue physical activity according to their health condition.
Drinking enough water is also important. People with uric acid bath should not allow their body to lose water. However, it does not necessarily mean that everyone should drink the same amount of water. People with kidney or heart problems should adjust the amount of water according to the doctor's advice.
A person who is taking rheumatic medicine regularly should not stop the medicine by himself because of a change in diet during Dasain. Regular treatment, balanced diet and necessary follow-up are equally important to keep the disease under control.
It is important to understand what type of asthma you have and adjust your diet accordingly rather than being unnecessarily afraid that you should not eat on Dasain.
