HIGH-ENERGY AND HIGH-PROTEIN DIET
Nutritional Strategies for Chronic Diseases and Post-Surgery Recovery
Managing your diet can be challenging, especially if you’re dealing with a chronic condition like Parkinson’s or have recently undergone surgery. During moments of weakness and reduced appetite, prioritizing foods rich in energy, even in smaller portions, becomes crucial to prevent malnutrition. Here are some general dietary recommendations:
1. Meal Frequency Management:
- Break down your daily menu into smaller, more frequent meals (3 small meals and 3 snacks).
- Avoid excessive drinking during meals to prevent rapid stomach filling. However, maintain sufficient hydration throughout the day.
- Take a moment to rest before meals to ensure a more relaxed and enjoyable dining experience.
2. Food Selections for Energy and Protein Boost:
- Opt for whole milk over partly skimmed milk, and consider adding cream to soups, coffee, tea, or other beverages.
- Enhance the flavor and nutritional content of meat and fish by adding sauces.
- Add cheese, butter, margarine, or sauces to vegetables.
- Incorporate croutons, crackers, eggs, or cheese into soups or salads.
- Fortify meals with powdered milk, adding it to oatmeal, scrambled eggs, mashed potatoes, soups, or cream-based desserts.
- Choose nutrient-rich snacks such as dried fruits, assorted almonds, yogurt with fruits and nuts, muffins, cheese, peanut butter sandwiches, and beverages like milk, fruit, or vegetable juice instead of coffee or tea.
Remember, monitoring your diet is crucial for maintaining optimal health!