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1 year ago

Dear Sangeetha, Thank you for the question

According to research Banana flower contain various bioactive compounds like flavonoids, alkaloids, phenols, tannins which are known to possess antioxidant, antimicrobial activities. They are good source of crude fiber, vitamin C etc. However it is necessary to consume these super foods in a limited quantity to avoid any discomfort.

However, vomiting & Indigestion towards certain foods (such as Banana flower as mentioned by you), malabsorption, inability to digest/absorb certain nutrients  can occur due to intolerance, digestive issues, food allergies or any underlying health condition which requires medical attention.

If you are experiencing rash, breathlessness or other allergy related symptoms kindly contact a health care professional on priority

For further diagnosis and management we recommend you to consult a specialized health professional such as a gastroenterologist or ENT specialist.

Here are a few guidelines for general digestive health.

• Do not skip your meals, have small frequent meals at regular intervals.
• Eat a well-balanced diet including minimum 5 serving of vegetables and 1 serving of fruit in a day as they are good sources of fiber and essential nutrients such as vitamin A, Vitamin B, iron, zinc etc.
• Include prebiotics such as banana, soyabean, garlic etc., good sources of probiotics like yogurt, buttermilk etc., to maintain a healthy gut.
• Try to include whole grains like wheat, multigrain and millets in your daily diet as they are a good source of fiber and other nutrients.
• Limit the intake of fiber and dairy in case of loose stool/diarrhoea.
• Avoid large, heavy meals, and practice portion guidance.
• Deep fried foods to be restricted. Method of cooking like baking, grilling, boiling, steaming is preferable over deep frying with excess fat/ oil.
• Food should be eaten slowly and chewed well as fast eating provokes gastric feeding reflex.
• Avoid lying down immediately after your meal consumption
• Drink at least 8-10 glasses of water per day
• Have a gap of minimum 2-3 hours between bedtime and your last meal
• Engage in physical activity for a minimum of 30-45 minutes for at least 5 days a week.
• Try to follow a good sleep regimen in terms of both quantity and quality.

For a customised and personalised meal plan for specific conditions, please contact your Health care professional.

Hope we have answered your query.

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