Short description
The pancreas is one of the main organs in the human body; it is responsible for the secretion of special enzymes that facilitate the absorption of nutrients. But poor nutrition, snacking on the go, the presence of a large number of spices and unhealthy foods in the diet leads to the fact that all this negatively affects the pancreas.
The result may be a disease of this organ, which is quite difficult to treat, since it is necessary to adhere to a strict diet and take medications.
One of the foods that needs to be excluded from the diet is sugar. This is because it contains a large amount of polysaccharides that are quite difficult to break down in the pancreas. Thus, their accumulation leads to disruption of the functioning of this organ, and undigested and unprocessed substances enter the blood.
Therefore, with this disease, sugar must be completely eliminated, as well as all foods in which it is used, that is, all sweets must be eliminated. But sweet tooth lovers should not despair, since there is an opportunity to sweeten their diet a little. Honey can be used for pancreas problems, but before doing so, you should check your blood sugar levels.
Honey has long been considered very useful because it contains a huge amount of useful substances, minerals, and vitamins, which have a beneficial effect on the human body.
Use of the product in different stages of the disease
At different periods of the disease, honey can have both a beneficial effect and harm. The same applies to forms of pathology and its complications. Let's take a closer look.
Honey for acute and exacerbation of chronic pancreatitis
In acute pancreatitis, swelling of the gland occurs. Under such conditions, any cells – both exocrine and endocrine – cannot work normally. To recover, the organ needs to be relieved as much as possible so that it spends all its energy on its restoration. Therefore, in these cases, it’s not like honey - food is completely excluded for several days, and then it is introduced with extreme caution, gradually.
Thus, in case of acute and exacerbation of chronic pancreatitis, honey should be completely excluded from the diet. It can be administered no earlier than a month after an exacerbation, and 3 months after acute pancreatitis.
Product for chronic pancreatitis in remission
At this stage, beekeeping products can only be consumed under one condition – the absence of diabetes mellitus.
Advice! Before including honey in your diet, undergo a glucose tolerance test and also donate blood to determine the level of glycated hemoglobin. This is the only way you can find out about diabetes, which has a hidden course.
For cholecystopancreatitis
Honey for pancreatitis and cholecystitis beyond the stage of exacerbation brings only benefits, maintaining a good level of tone of the excretory ducts, improving the breakdown of fats (thus unloading both the pancreas and bile ducts, which are involved in fat metabolism). For both of these types of inflammation, it is recommended to take not flower honey, but raw honey.
Benefits of bee product
The answer to the question of why you can consume honey if you have pancreatic disease is quite simple. This is all due to the fact that this bee product consists of carbohydrates, represented by simple sugars - glucose and fructose. Such substances are easily absorbed, and the body receives additional and beneficial substances. These are such as:
- Vitamins of group A, B, C, E.
- Mineral components – calcium, potassium, magnesium, sodium, phosphorus.
- Phytoncides.
- Dextrins are components that contribute to the breakdown of polysaccharides.
- A large number of amino acids.
And many other useful substances, which together make it a valuable product with special qualities, for example:
- First of all, it has a beneficial effect on the immune system, thereby strengthening it.
- Anti-inflammatory properties help reduce inflammation of the pancreas.
- Improves blood circulation, saturating the blood with oxygen and nutrients.
- It is also known for its healing properties, so its use enables rapid healing of connective tissues in the pancreas.
- The antifungal and antibacterial properties of the bee product help eliminate fungal microorganisms and bacteria.
- Has an antiseptic effect.
What honey is the healthiest for pancreatitis?
Any type of natural honey has a significant amount of useful components, vitamins, which are necessary not only for the pancreas, but also for the entire body as a whole. But still, Zabrusk honey is considered the most useful for people who have pancreatic pain. It is special in composition due to the fact that it is made by bees during the opening of honeycombs by beekeepers before they begin pumping out honey.
In order to protect their reserves from all kinds of bacteria and other harmful substances, striped workers repair the damage made in the combs with a mixture with a special composition.
Zabruski honey consists mainly of propolis and other components, which help eliminate the development of harmful microorganisms in the intestinal microflora. Therefore, it is ideally suited for inflammation of the pancreas to normalize its functioning, and also improves the functioning of peristalsis. In addition, it has a beneficial effect on the entire body.
Due to the fact that Zabrusk honey cannot always be found on store shelves, among the permitted honey products it is possible to use May honey, as well as propolis, which contain a large amount of necessary components and vitamins.
Harm of bee nectar for this disease
Although this product is useful and is recommended by doctors and nutritionists, we should not forget that its use should still be limited. The thing is that bee nectar helps activate the secret function of the pancreas, which is an irritant, and all this can affect its work.
The result will be an inflammatory process, as well as an attack of pancreatitis. In addition, additional negative consequences may arise, such as:
- One of the most common is an allergic reaction associated with individual intolerance to the product.
- Exacerbations of the disease.
- Due to the fact that the pancreas does not work properly and does not fully absorb all the necessary substances, the accumulation of sugar in the body can lead to the risk of diabetes.
- Accumulation of cholesterol in the blood.
Therefore, it is recommended to consume only a teaspoon of honey per day, but it is best to do this half an hour before meals. But as for taking medications, it is recommended to use them 30-40 minutes after taking honey nectar.
Useful properties of the plant
This succulent often grows on the windowsills of city apartments and is an affordable and relatively safe medicinal plant. Thick juice has healing properties, which can be obtained by placing aloe leaves in the refrigerator and then passing them through a meat grinder.
Aloe juice contains a complex of biologically active substances:
- essential oils with antimicrobial effects,
- natural enzymes,
- anthraglycosides, which enhance the peristalsis of the large intestine and inhibit the reabsorption of water,
- phytoncides that have a detrimental effect on viruses and bacteria,
- salicylates with anti-inflammatory effects.
Thus, aloe juice may be useful for pancreatitis during the recovery stage. It fights infection and prevents infiltrates from festering. Aloe perfectly reduces high stomach acidity and restores normal digestion. The juice is effective in the formation of constipation due to pancreatitis. It relieves inflammation, helps heal ulcers and restore tissue.
Note that the juice has a mild choleretic effect. It normalizes the composition of bile and improves bladder function. This property can be successfully used for uncomplicated cholecystitis.
But for calculous cholecystitis, aloe is contraindicated. The choleretic effect can move the stones in the bladder and direct them into the ducts. When the excretory tract is blocked, dangerous conditions develop - biliary colic and obstructive jaundice.
Contraindications
But there is one thing, honey and pancreas are incompatible. This applies to cases where an exacerbation occurs, so you will have to give up this sweet product for a while. It will be possible to use it in the diet only a month after an attack of pancreatitis.
It is worth noting that treatment solely with honey is not possible. Along with it, you must take medications. But it can help improve the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, and therefore is the most optimal product, given that with pancreatitis, eating foods with sugar is excluded.
Therefore, the benefits and harms of bee nectar directly depend on the amount of product consumed; this should be taken into account in the treatment of this disease.
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Treatment of pancreatitis with folk remedies
Treatment of pancreatitis with a miracle plant for the pancreas
Cryphaea is a special, rather rare type of moss that grows on the trunks of some trees: fir, pine, birch, poplar, beech.
In folk medicine, two types of kryphea are used:
Kripheya Amurskaya, whose homeland is the regions of the Far East: Khabarovsk Territory and the Amur region. This species is listed in the Red Book.
Kryphea Multidirectional is a representative of the subtropical flora. It grows in the Caucasus, the Balkan Peninsula, the Krasnodar Territory and Turkey.
It is very difficult to find kryphea in the forest; it is listed in the Russian Red Book as a rare endangered plant.
It is difficult to find kryphea on pharmacy shelves. But in Antalya there are special neighborhoods where you can find this rare plant in small shops of local healers and herbalists. To treat pancreatitis, it is used in dry crushed form or in the form of infusions and decoctions.
Pharmacological action of kryphea
Krifea is an effective remedy for the treatment of pancreatitis, ulcers and other diseases of the digestive system. This is due to the unique healing substance s-methylmethionine contained in the plant. Its properties include the ability to normalize the acid balance of the gastrointestinal tract and increase regeneration processes.
The use of tincture of cryphea has a beneficial effect on the secretory functions of the pancreas: the production of insulin, digestive enzymes - lipase, amylase, protease, which help improve the digestion process.
Its regular use helps relieve attacks of nausea and pain. In addition, the plant helps relieve symptoms of asthma and allergies. Kryphaea does not cause side effects such as decreased concentration or drowsiness.
Kryphaea is recommended for therapy in the following cases:
Pancreatitis, both chronic and acute;
Secretory insufficiency of the pancreas;
Ulcerative and inflammatory diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, liver, gall bladder;
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Reviews
“I have had a disease of the pancreas for a long time, and as you know, you can’t eat sweets, because it can cause discomfort and also contribute to aggravation. When I learned that you can use honey in food, I was a little surprised at first, since it is also sweet. But the doctor told me that it can be consumed in small quantities. I advised you to eat it on an empty stomach 30 minutes before meals, 1 teaspoon, or use it as a drink (dilute in water). After daily use, my health improved, intestinal function improved, and acidity disappeared” - Marina, Ulan-Ude.
"I have the same problem. Very often I suffered from stomach pain and constant heaviness, as well as bloating. I decided that the best way for myself to reduce these unpleasant symptoms was to take 1 glass of sea buckthorn oil, 1 spoon of propolis milk with the addition of a spoon of honey. It helps me, I take 2 spoons before eating food” - Maxim, Krasnoyarsk.
“I use honey diluted in boiled water, but it should not be hot. I take one glass of this sweet water an hour before meals in the morning and evening. 1 tsp. for 1 tbsp. water" – Violetta, Ufa.
Recipes for using the plant for medicinal purposes
Treatment of inflammation of the pancreas with aloe can be carried out using: decoctions and infusions, tinctures, syrups or juice. Some products, such as juice, syrup, aloe vera gel, can be purchased at the pharmacy.
When making products at home, it is recommended to use a plant that is at least three years old, and the lower succulent leaves are considered the most useful. All products are used half an hour before meals.
Decoction
Cut off the bottom medium-sized leaf, rinse, wipe with a towel, and chop. Pour 250 ml of the ingredient. boiling water and place in a water bath for 15 minutes. Do not bring to a boil. After cooling, strain, bring with boiled water to the previous volume. Take a tablespoon, three times a day.
Infusion
Cut off the lower leaf of the plant, wash, dry, and chop. Pour the resulting slurry with one liter of cold boiled water, cover the container well with a lid. Leave for 8 hours in a dark, well-ventilated place at room temperature. Then strain. Take a tablespoon, three times a day.
Tincture
How to make aloe tincture for the stomach and pancreas? There are several prescription options to solve this issue.
Means | Preparation | Use |
First option | To make it, you need to cut two aloe leaves and fill them with 70% alcohol in a consistency: two parts aloe and one part alcohol. Close the container well with a lid and place in the refrigerator for 10 days. After the specified time has passed, strain the product. | Take 15 drops diluted in a tablespoon of water in two approaches per day. |
Second option | Aloe with honey for pancreatitis is considered much healthier than alcohol tincture. To prepare this potion you will need 300 grams of plant leaves, 200 grams of honey, 80 ml. alcohol 70%. Wash the leaves, dry them, chop them and combine them with the rest of the ingredients. It is recommended to prepare the medicine in glass containers. Leave for five days in the refrigerator. After the specified time, the product is ready for use. | Take the drug one tablespoon once a day, for children 12-18 years old one teaspoon. |
Third option | About 500 grams of the plant are crushed and mixed in 200 ml. honey and pour 0.5 l. Cahors (can be replaced with another red wine or cognac). The components are thoroughly mixed and left for 5-7 days in a dark place. The finished drink is filtered and stored in a glass container in the refrigerator door. | Take 1 tbsp three times a day. means before meals. |
Juice
Aloe juice for pancreatitis is considered the most popular remedy. You can prepare it yourself or purchase it at the pharmacy. Today there are many dietary supplements containing this plant on sale.
To prepare juice at home, you need to cut off the lower leaves of the plant and pass them through a meat grinder, then squeeze out the juice using gauze. For internal use, it is recommended to dilute the resulting drug with cold boiled water in a consistency: one part juice to two parts water. Store no more than three ducks in the refrigerator. Drink 5 ml, three approaches per day.
Pharmaceutical preparations may contain alcohol or water as an additional ingredient. Before using each product, you should carefully read the instructions for the drug and the permissible dosage.
Syrup
You can buy aloe syrup with iron at the pharmacy. This remedy will not only help improve digestion and restore the pancreas, but also normalize the processes of hematopoiesis and blood circulation. The drug is drunk half a teaspoon diluted in 50 ml of water, two approaches per day.
Aloe vera gel
Has an effective anti-inflammatory, bactericidal, wound-healing effect. Improves metabolic and digestive processes, actively promotes the healing of damaged tissues and cell regeneration, and the removal of waste and toxins from the body.
You can find many types of gels on sale. Aloe vera gel from Foreverliving Products gets good reviews. The jar has a capacity of one liter. Take the drug 60-120 ml per day.
Collection
A decoction is prepared from raspberry and plantain leaves (the components are taken in equal proportions): 1 tbsp. collection is poured into 250 ml. boiling water and leave for about 30 minutes. The liquid is filtered and cooled slightly. The herbal decoction is mixed with aloe juice in a ratio of 2 to 1 and a spoonful of honey. The product is drunk in 50 ml doses. before eating.
With honey
A fresh aloe leaf is placed in the freezer for 10-12 hours. Next, it is washed, dried and cleared of “thorns”. The prepared raw materials are crushed through a meat grinder or using a blender, the juice is squeezed out and the cake is removed.
Aloe juice is mixed with honey (it is better to take a liquid product) in a 1:1 ratio. For pancreatitis, take 1 tbsp. liquids 2-3 times a day before meals.
With juice
Take 200 ml. honey and aloe juice, add 60 ml. carrot or potato juice and mix thoroughly. The mixture is infused for 3 hours and taken 1 tsp. approximately 15-20 minutes before meals (can be dissolved in the mouth or diluted in warm water).
With mumiyo
Pharmacy or homemade aloe juice is mixed with mumiyo in a proportion of 150 ml. liquid per 5 grams of powder. Store the finished product in the refrigerator and take 1 tsp. per day on an empty stomach.