How should one eat in case of sarcoidosis? | Sarcoidosis

How should one eat in case of sarcoidosis?

In the case of sarcoidosis, it can be helpful to change or adjust the diet. The main focus here is on reducing the inflammation of the body. A balanced diet with fresh fruit and vegetables is just as important as reducing fat.

Therefore, lean meat and poultry should be eaten rather than red meat. The latter can promote the inflammatory processes in the body. The consumption of fish is also recommended in case of sarcoidosis.

Furthermore, sufficient intake of fluids, especially water, should be ensured. Hydrogenation of the body is very important for strengthening the immune system. Magnesium can also have a supportive effect and is contained in corn, potatoes or bananas, for example.

Ginger or turmeric are also recommended as they stimulate the body’s own immune system. In addition, caffeine, alcohol and cigarettes should be avoided, as they are risk factors that can promote the progression of sarcoidosis. You can read our next article on this topic here: Healthy diet

Is a cure for sarcoidosis possible?

The cure of sarcoidosis is possible depending on the form of the sarcoidosis. A basic distinction is made between acute and chronic sarcoidosis. Acute sarcoidosis, which often only affects the lungs, is completely cured in about 90% of all affected patients.

Acute sarcoidosis also includes the so-called Löfgren’s syndrome, in which not only the lungs but also the skin and joints are affected. Chronic sarcoidosis, which occurs in about 2/3 of all cases, again has different types. In addition to the symptoms in the lungs, other organs such as the skin or eyes are often affected.

Here the cure rates are worse than in the acute form of sarcoidosis. Particularly in the case of an advanced infestation of the lung with fibrosis, i.e. a transformation of the lung tissue into scar tissue, the cure rates are only about 20%. Early therapy is therefore very important in order to improve the chances of recovery. It should also be remembered that people suffering from sarcoidosis have an increased risk of lung cancer.