Can I eat cheese while being treated for gastritis?

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Question
Hello doctor,
I am being treated for gastritis. So the doctor asked me if I was being treated for gastritis, can I eat cheese? For example, laughing cow cheese is sold in the supermarket, I eat it to add nutrients. Thank you doctor.
Cao The Han (Ho Chi Minh)
Answer
Answered by Master, Doctor Vu Tan Phuc - Gastroenterologist - Department of Medical Examination & Internal Medicine, Vinmec Phu Quoc International General Hospital.
Hello,
With the question “Can you eat cheese while being treated for gastritis? ", the doctor would like to answer as follows:
You are being treated for gastritis and can still eat cheese.
In addition, you can refer to the following diet for people with gastritis:
Choose a healthy diet: Full of fruits, especially vitamins A and C, vegetables and whole grains. Avoid carbonated drinks and caffeine: Caffeine is found in some coffees, teas, chocolates, and sodas. Consider probiotic foods including: Yogurt, cheese Do not eat spicy foods because it upsets your stomach. Limit dairy: Milk initially relieves ulcer pain, but then causes excess acid, increasing the pain. Eat small meals rather than eating one large meal. If you still have questions about whether you can eat cheese while being treated for gastritis, you can go to the hospital of Vinmec Health System for further examination and advice. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wishing you lots of health.
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