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The Respiralia Group presents an informational video discussing nutrition and cystic fibrosis with nutritionist Eider García de Albéniz.
Adjusting the diet based on the age or health status of the person with CF
Eider believes that it should be adjusted based on age, not because of the disease, since nutritional needs vary depending on the stage of life.
Regarding the ups and downs in the health of a person with CF, Eider believes that the best approach is to use common sense, as this is the key to incorporating healthy lifestyle habits into anyone’s routine.
Dietary recommendations for people with CF are the same as for the general population, so they should be adjusted as needed for weight gain or loss by adjusting the proportions of each food group.
Power supply via the modulator connector
When discussing modulators, it is important to address the transition from a high-calorie diet to one with a more moderate calorie intake, as these medications improve digestive function.
Therefore, we must constantly relearn how to eat, reeducate ourselves, and eat mindfully according to our stage of life.
We should adopt the Harvard Plate or healthy plate model, as this will help us gradually correct these minor dietary imbalances. Consequently, we’ll need to limit our intake of certain foods to avoid gaining more weight than necessary.
The Harvard Plate: A simple way to solve problems
A healthy diet, based on the Harvard Plate, can be one of the simplest ways to address issues such as overweight, diabetes, and so on. Adjusting the portions of certain components of this healthy plate isn’t always easy, as people often resist change out of fear of being judged.
Interference from food with modulators
Eider emphasizes that grapefruit should not be consumed as a standalone food or as an ingredient in recipes for people with cystic fibrosis who take modulators, as it inhibits an enzyme that metabolizes these modulators. Without this enzyme, the buildup of these modulators in the blood can be harmful.
Managing Diabetes through diet
Diabetes is a common problem among people with CF. The Harvard Plate can be a useful tool for managing diabetes.
Accurate information for the team of specialists
Another important factor is open communication between the person with CF and the healthcare team, particularly the nutrition specialist. It’s important to provide the professional team with all the details, because that information can be key to developing a diet plan.
Reducing the intake of refined sugars
Finally, Eider reminds us of the importance of avoiding processed sugars, sugary drinks, and the like to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
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