Achalasia is a Greek term derived from two words a- which means not and chalasis which means relaxation. Achalasia means failure to relax, either muscle, sphincters or normal functions related to contraction and relaxation of muscles.
Dietary changes can help to manage symptoms, although the diet cannot help to treat the disease. The following dietary changes help to relieve symptoms:
- Drinking plenty of fluid and water
- Taking a small meal with lots of fluids
- Liquid nutritional supplements should be taken to avoid malnutrition
- Taking carbonated drinks as it helps to push food through the oesophageal sphincter
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