5 Types of Food to Be Avoid When Having Typhoid Fever

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Besides needing adequate rest, people with typhoid fever also have to fulfil their food intake. Generally, the types of food that are recommended are those that are good for digestion.

The purpose is to reduce the symptoms from getting any worse and get better more quickly. In addition, some foods must be avoided during the recovery process. Here are the types of food that should be avoided while suffering from typhoid fever:

1. Food rich in fiber

According to the information from metropolisindia.com, patients with typhoid fever should avoid all foods that are high in fibre because this type of food is difficult to digest and puts pressure on the digestive system. While having the fever, the patient may experience abdominal pain, therefore, food that is rich in fibre may exacerbate the condition. Foods such as raw fruits, vegetables, wheat and barley are best to avoid.

2. Spicy food

Spicy food also needs to be avoided when having typhoid fever. According to healthline.com, all types of spicy foods such as chilli peppers, jalapeños, Bell Peppers, Bird's eye chilli, and vinegar should not be consumed as they could irritate the digestive system and increase inflammation.

3. Raw food

Avoid raw fruits and vegetables that are not peeled and washed properly, especially lettuce and fruits such as berries that cannot be peeled. As an alternative, some fruits can be consumed, such as bananas, avocados, and oranges but make sure to peel them first.

4. Greasy food

Greasy and processed foods such as doughnuts, mozzarella sticks, fried chicken, potato chips and onion rings should be avoided while having typhoid fever. According to blkmaxhospital.com, greasy type food can suppress the digestive system, and consuming one could increase digestive complications.

5. Foods that cause flatulence

According to the information from pharmeasy.in, broccoli, cabbage, asparagus, and cauliflower can cause excess gas and flatulence. These vegetables contain raffinose, a complex sugar that is difficult to digest and suppresses the body's digestive system.

NAOMY AYU NUGRAHENI | IMAJI LASAHIDO (INTERN)

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