Are Bananas Bad for Interstitial Cystitis?

In general, bananas🍌 are considered okay to eat if you have Interstitial Cystitis (IC) or Bladder Pain Syndrome (BPS). Bananas🍌 are considered one of the least bothersome fruits for people with Interstitial Cystitis. However, each person is unique and what doesn’t bother one person may cause issues for others.

Bananas: Rich in potassium and low in acid, bananas are a great choice for individuals with IC. They can help to soothe the bladder and reduce inflammation.

Explanation

• Bananas 🍌 are considered anti-inflammatory, which can help with Interstitial Cystitis. 
• Other foods that are considered least bothersome for Interstitial Cystitis include blueberries 🫐, melons🍈, pears 🍐, and whole grains. 
• Foods to avoid include citrus 🍊 fruits, coffee ☕️, carbonated beverages, and spicy 🌶️ foods. 

Sources

https://medshun.com/article/what-fruit-can-i-eat-with-interstitial-cystitis#:~:text=Bananas%3A%20Rich%20in%20potassium%20and%20low%20in%20acid%2C,a%20nutritious%20option%20for%20those%20with%20interstitial%20cystitis.

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# Interstitial Cystitis

# Bladder

# Cystite interstitielle

# Vessie

# Cistitis Intersticial

# Vejiga 

# 間質性膀胱炎 

# Kanshitsuseibōkōen 

# अंतराकाशी मूत्राशय शोथ 

# ഇന്റർസ്റ്റീഷ്യൽ സിസ്റ്റിറ്റിസ്

# 간질성 방광염 

# ganjilseong bang-gwang-yeom

# bladder pain syndrome