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Malabsorption Diet

Source: medicalcenter.osu.edu
Topic: Malabsorption
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Sort Desciption: Malabsorption of the small intestine may occur when sections of the small intestine have been removed due to disease, surgical problems or injury. This may lead to poor absorption of the fluids and foods you eat resulting diarrhea. ...

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Malabsorption of the small intestine may occur when sections of the small intestine have been removed due to disease, surgical problems or injury. This may lead to poor absorption of the fluids and foods you eat resulting diarrhea.

A special diet avoiding foods high in fat, residue (roughage) and lactose (milk sugar) can help control these problems. This diet should provide adequate fluids and minerals, help decrease your diarrhea and promote overall good nutrition.

For some people with malabsorption problems, following a special diet alone is not enough to maintain good nutrition. It may be necessary to receive some or all of your nutrition through a vein (Total Parenteral Nutrition) or through a tube inserted into your stomach or bowel (enteral nutrition). Both Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) and enteral nutrition supply your body with all, or a portion of, the calories, protein and other nutrients your body needs. Not everyone requires TPN or enteral nutrition. However, if you do, your doctor, dietitian or nurse can help you with any questions you may have about these alternative forms of nutrition. Semi-elemental supplements may offer nutrients in forms your body can easier absorb. Ask your dietitian about these.

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