Gastritis Diet

Yes skimmed milk is important for gastritis. Milk when consumed (especially cold) helps to provide symptomatic relief from gastritis. However if full fat milk is consumed it encourages the production of gastric acid which can worsen the condition. So to avoid this double skim the milk before drinking and also if you are found of milk products then use double skimmed milk products. Also remember not to exceed more than 3 servings of dairy products in general, although it may tend to ease your condition. Have meals at spaced intervals and avoid having heavy meals especially just before going to bed. Chew a small piece of ginger marinated in salt, as this will have a soothing effect on the inflamed stomach lining. Drink lots of water; if you like coconut water then include a glass in a day as this would also help in faster recovery from the condition. In general avoid smoking, alcohol, tobacco, coffee, strong tea, caffeinated beverages, carbonated beverages, oily junk food and spicy food as far as possible. Choose foods that would soothe the stomach like bananas, cooked oats, rice or gruels which would also be easy to digest. Before starting on any new medication consult your specialist as many preparations can tend to irritate or inflame the stomach lining further.