Nutrition In Hydrocephalus

Hydrocephalus is a disease characterized by elevated levels of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF / CSF) in the cranial cavity.

This fluid is made by the brain, it nourishes it and protects it from mechanical damage.

Its normal amount is 150 milliliters, and this volume changes 3 times a day.

There are two reasons for elevated fluid levels :

• imbalance in its absorption;
• circulatory disorders.

Useful products for hydrocephalus

People suffering from the disease are recommended easy-to-process food, with the majority of the menu being vegetarian.

Useful for consumption are: raw pumpkin, cucumbers, lemons, honey, parsley, zucchini, cabbage, celery, blackcurrant, watermelon, grapes, black radish.

Before compiling your menu, it is necessary to accurately determine the causes of hydrocephalus and select foods accordingly.

In case of rapidly progressing swelling in the head, it is good to take diuretics.

The patient should get enough of the necessary vitamins, amino acids, proteins and carbohydrates.

Doctors recommend adhering to a salt-free diet so as not to disturb the water-salt balance.

Dangerous and harmful foods in hydrocephalus:

• salt and products containing such (especially salted fish);
• greasy, smoked, fried and spicy foods;
• strong tea and coffee, alcoholic and sweetened carbonated beverages;
• fatty meats and fish;
• fast food and fast food;
• products with colorants that enhance the taste and aroma of substances;
• trans fats;
• semi-finished and canned foods, sausages (not home-made);
• ketchup, mayonnaise and other sauces.

Consumption of these foods can worsen the patient's condition, increase symptoms and lead to complications.

It is mandatory to give up bad habits.