Importance of Khichdi in PGIMER Chandigarh
PGIMER Chandigarh Khichdi Diet: Khichdi is no longer just an ordinary meal for the patients admitted to PGIMER Chandigarh, a premier medical institute of North India, but has become an important part of the treatment. The dietetics department of the hospital prepares special medical khichdi according to the health condition and digestive capacity of the patients.
types of khichdi
In the kitchen of Chandigarh PGIMER, Moong Peeled Dal Khichdi is prepared for the patients suffering from general health problems. Peeled moong dal is rich in fiber, folic acid and micronutrients, which enhance immunity.
At the same time, low-fiber diet is required for patients suffering from vomiting, diarrhea and serious gastro problems. For such patients, Khichdi is made from unpeeled moong dal. An energy-rich diet with fresh cheese and seasonal vegetables is provided to women admitted in the labor room and patients recovering from surgery.
Role of the dietetics team
Medicines given by doctors are effective only when the patient gets adequate energy and protein. The expert doctors and nursing staff of the dietetics department of PGI together monitor the diet charts of the patients of every ward daily.
According to Dr. Nancy Sahni, if the recovery of a patient is slow, then the density of pulses and the amount of cheese in his khichdi is increased, so that additional calories and amino acids can be provided. This system is helpful in improving the health condition of the patient and reducing the hospitalization time.
Tips for making Khichdi
In North India, a thin khichdi consisting of only white rice and a little dal is often prepared in case of stomach upset. The Chief Dietitian has advised that PGI's method of making Khichdi should be adopted at home also, in which the proportion of rice should be less and the proportion of pulses and vegetables should be more.
The body needs more protein during fever or infection. Select peeled or unpeeled lentils as per the condition of the stomach and add ghee, cumin seeds or grated cheese as per the patient's appetite and digestion. #PGIMERChandigarh #HealthTips #NutritionDiet