Question:
Hi Doctor, my father was diagnosed with cerebral ischemia. The doctor asked me, in addition to taking medication for treatment, what should I eat for cerebral ischemia to recover quickly?

Reply: 

Hello, to treat any disease, it is necessary to combine the use of drugs with the most reasonable diet and activities. Therefore, some dietary suggestions during the treatment of cerebral ischemia below may help your father.

Good foods for cerebral anemia

• Protein, iron: Foods in this group help increase blood volume in the body and restore health, especially important for people with cerebral ischemia. Foods rich in iron are animal liver, beef, duck, kidney, heart, egg yolk, seafood. 
• Vegetables: Dark green vegetables (broccoli, celery) contain a lot of vitamins A, C, K, iron, which helps to nourish the blood and support a better digestive system.
• Fruit: Berries like strawberries, raspberries, cherries are rich in antioxidants, rich in carbohydrates, zinc, fiber and vitamin C that help boost the immune system. In addition, apples, grapes, watermelons or plums are also very good for patients with cerebral ischemia. 
• Cereals: Common grains such as peanuts, soybeans, flour, oats, sesame, walnuts... are also very good support for cerebral anemia.

Foods that are not good for cerebral ischemia should be limited

In addition to the foods that should be eaten, your father should also abstain from:

• Alcoholic beverages: wine, beer, carbonated drinks
• Ready-to-eat or canned food
• Fried foods contain a lot of fat…

Hopefully with the above information will help your father improve the symptoms of the disease. If you need more information, please contact the toll-free hotline 1800.64.68.66, our pharmacists are always ready to help. Wishing you and your family good health!

Question:

Recently I have had a bowel movement accompanied by abdominal pain, dull pain sometimes cramping. Went to the doctor and was diagnosed with colitis. Is there any home remedy for colitis? Please answer doctor.

Reply:

Hello,

Colitis is a common gastrointestinal disease that causes many troublesome symptoms. In addition to medical examination and treatment at the hospital, you can also apply some home remedies for colitis as follows:

Cure colitis at home with aloe vera

One of the most popular home remedies for colitis is using aloe vera. It is often known for its use in clearing body heat, detoxifying, cooling the liver, helping laxatives, and helping to improve digestive tract diseases, including the colon.

Research shows that the composition of aloe vera has very good antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. For inflammatory bowel conditions, using aloe vera can help heal ulcers quickly, soothe pain and help reduce symptoms of the disease.

Cure colitis at home with turmeric and honey

Turmeric is considered a panacea with the digestive system, effective in treating colitis quite effectively. According to the results of many studies, curcumin in turmeric has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, pain-relieving, and physical strength-enhancing properties.

In particular, turmeric also helps heal ulcers and aids digestion effectively.

Honey is also one of the best ingredients for the digestive system, soothing and enhancing the healing effect of wounds. When mixed with turmeric and honey, it reduces inflammation in the colon quickly.

Cure colitis at home with mint

Peppermint is a conspicuous and widely used herb in the treatment of colitis. Peppermint has the effect of reducing abdominal pain, removing excess gas in the intestines out, helping to soothe the contractions of the intestinal wall and colon. 

You can add 1-2 drops of pure peppermint oil to a cup of warm water and drink directly, or use essential oil to massage your abdomen for better digestion, increased absorption and more favorable metabolism. 

Use herbal products

In addition to the above methods, you should also use more herbal products that effectively support the treatment of colitis, such as: TPBVSK Dai Trang TW28. 

With 8 herbal ingredients including: Nano Curcumin, String Tea, Can Khuong, Luong Khuong, Moc Huong, Hoang Lien, Honey, Lettuce, the product helps reduce the symptoms of colitis, symptoms caused by Digestive disorders such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, frequent bowel movements. You can take 4 tablets 2 times a day according to the instructions,

If you have any doubts or want more detailed advice on how to treat colitis at home, please contact the toll-free hotline. 1800.64.68.66 for an answer.

Wish you get well soon!