For people who suffer from dysphagia, otherwise known as difficulty with swallowing, it can be hard to determine just which foods are going to be more problematic than others and which ones are actually going to help you. Speaking to a dietician or specialist in dysphagia will help you gain a better understanding of the kinds of things you should include in your diet.
You might think that if you have to only eat certain foods, or if you need to liquefy everything you eat, you’ll never get to enjoy a meal again, but that’s not the case – many people with dysphagia have healthy and tasty diets. One of the key considerations when choosing your food is to stay away from items that produce mucus since this can exacerbate your swallowing problems.
There are even some foods that reduce the production of mucus, and these can be very useful. Read on to find out what some of them are.
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Pineapple
Pineapple is a delicious fruit that can be added to both sweet and savory dishes. Even if it is blended, it can be a wonderful drink or smoothie, ideal for those with dysphagia, especially when Simply Thick is added to it to give it a more nectar-like consistency.
Pineapple contains bioflavonoid bromelain, which is an enzyme that breaks down proteins. This means that it produces less mucus in those who ingest it and could be why pineapple is such a refreshing food item. To make things even better, pineapple is good for you in many other ways, including being a boost to your immune system and using its anti-inflammatory properties to open up your airways.
Oily Fish
Oily fish contains plenty of omega-3, which supports the immune system and reduces inflammation. This, in turn, reduces the amount of mucus that is produced (the body is not trying to heal itself because it is getting the benefits it needs from the oily fish).
Fish is not always everyone’s favorite food item, but it is so good for you that it is a great idea to try to include it in your diet at least once or twice a week. The best oily fish to reduce mucus production are sardines, tuna, herring, or salmon.
Spicy Food
Eating spicy food is a great way to reduce mucus production within your throat, helping you swallow more easily and feel less ‘closed’ if you have dysphagia. Adding warm spices such as ginger, chili, cayenne pepper, cumin, turmeric, and cinnamon to your food to add some heat can make many foods that did nothing for mucus production – good or bad – much more helpful. Even herbal teas can help clear the throat and are a good way to cleanse the palette after a meal.
The spices you add to your meals will also help to change the flavors, turning something that might have been quite boring or even unpleasant (perhaps the fish mentioned above) into a much tastier dish.
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