Counteract side effects of drugs to treat lupus erythematosus
Medicines used to treat lupus erythematosus can cause many side effects such as osteoporosis, loss of folic acid, nausea, abdominal pain and increased blood pressure. Therefore, you need to supplement foods suitable for each side effect of the drug.
Lupus patients should eat foods rich in calcium and vitamin D, low-fat milk, soy milk, dark green vegetables… which can help strengthen bones.
You can get more folic acid from foods such as: Leafy green vegetables, fruits, bread and cereals to fortify and supplement folic acid. To prevent nausea and abdominal pain, lupus erythematosus patients should Avoid greasy, spicy and acidic foods. At the same time, try to eat many small meals including easily digestible foods such as dry cereals, bread, crackers…
Low-salt foods and fresh fruits and vegetables can help lower blood pressure in lupus patients.
Reduce the risk of heart disease
People with lupus erythematosus have a higher risk of heart disease than the general population.
Omega-3 fatty acids from fish or fish oil may improve some heart disease risk factors such as high triglycerides and blood pressure. You can refer to some foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids such as: Fish (salmon, mackerel, tuna…), walnuts, pecans, canola oil, walnut oil, flaxseed oil…