The story shared today starts from a warm home, 10-year-old Xiao Ming, smart and clever, is the treasure of his grandfather.
However, a sudden illness plunged the family into a haze.
Xiao Ming was diagnosed with leukemia, and his grandfather's heart was like a knife, and he blamed himself: "Is it because I eat my food every day." ”
I looked at this gray-haired old man, and my heart was also sour.
I decided to use a relaxed way to let my grandfather understand that the occurrence of the disease is not the result of a single factor, but the result of a combination of multiple factors.
He smiled and said:
Leukemia, also known as blood cancer, is a malignant tumor of the blood system.
Its pathogenesis is very complex and involves a variety of genetic and environmental factors.
When it comes to diet, certain types of foods may increase the risk of leukemia, especially those that contain potential carcinogens.
Pickled foods: such as pickles, salted fish, etc., these foods are high in nitrite, and long-term consumption may lead to acid-base balance disorders in the body, and may even induce leukemia.
Fried foods: such as fried dough sticks, potato chips, etc., these foods have low nutritional value, and are easy to absorb and digest, which is not good for health, and long-term consumption may increase the risk of leukemia.
Barbecue food: Smoked substances produced during the barbecue process, such as benzopyrene, formaldehyde, acrylamide, etc., may stimulate human cells and increase the risk of leukemia.
Food in a high-temperature environment: People who live in a high-temperature environment for a long time may be affected by various ionizing radiation or harmful substances, which can induce leukemia.
"You know what, food is our friend and our enemy.
Just like those fried snacks that Xiao Ming likes, although they are delicious, the trans fat and excessive salt in them are like invisible assassins, slowly eroding the health of blood vessels. ”
I used metaphors to make it easier for grandpa to understand.
Then, I said, "Vegetables are good, but as you said, just because you eat them every day doesn't mean you're healthy.
For example, although you often make fried potato chips, although Xiao Ming likes to eat them, the food fried at high temperature not only loses nutrients, but also may produce harmful substances.
Also, your favorite pickled vegetables have a unique taste, but they are also burdensome to your body due to excessive salt and nitrite. ”
I used a relaxed tone to let my grandfather understand,
Remember, good lifestyle habits and a healthy diet are important steps in maintaining the health of yourself and your family.
Leukemia patients need to pay special attention to their diet as they need more nutrients to support the body's treatment process.
Here are some of the types of foods that are suitable for people with leukemia:
High-protein foods: Patients with leukemia usually need more protein to maintain the physiological functions of the body due to the high consumption of the disease itself and during treatment.
Vitamin-rich foods: Leukemia patients may have some degree of vitamin deficiency in their bodies, so it is recommended to consume vegetables and fruits rich in vitamin C and vitamin A,
Easily digestible foods: Since patients with leukemia may experience digestive disorders such as nausea, vomiting and other symptoms, it is recommended to eat small, frequent meals and consume easily digestible foods such as pastries, bread, etc.
Iron-rich foods: Leukemia patients are often accompanied by anemia, so it is recommended to consume iron-rich foods such as pork liver, lean meat, etc., to improve the anemia condition.
Whole grains: Whole grains are rich in dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals, which help maintain gut health.
Special foods: Some special foods are also believed to be beneficial for leukemia patients, such as royal jelly, jujube, shiitake mushrooms, ginseng, codonopsis, and peanuts, which are believed to have nourishing, strong, and spleen-strengthening effects.
Please note that the diet of people with leukemia needs to be adjusted according to the individual's specific situation.
If there are any dietary restrictions or history of allergies, you should talk to your doctor or dietitian to develop a personalized diet plan.
"Grandpa, Xiao Ming's illness is not your fault, but we can make changes together for his recovery and the health of the whole family from now on.
Let the dining table become a small battlefield for us to fight against disease, and protect every family member with knowledge and love. ”
My words made Grandpa's eyes sparkle with hope.