Please share an interesting fact about dealing with gastroparesis.

Ignore: A few drops of peppermint oil after eating frequent, small, low-fiber meals can help.

Ignore: Frequently the first sign of diabetic neuropathy.

Ignore: Several small meals instead of the customary three meals a day may decrease gastroparesis symptoms.

Ignore: Key factor to controlling symptoms from diabetic gastroparesis is good control of Diabetes itself!!

Ignore: Smaller meals more frequently,cooked instead of raw fruits and veggies,and water throughout the meal.

Ignore: Eating fatty food and food high in fiber like uncooked vegetables can make gastroparesis worse.

Ignore: Certain antibiotics (erythromycin) can work better than propulsive agents (metoclopramide).

Ignore: Do - control underlying causes such as diabetes and high blood pressure.

Ongoing Research: Although most commonly the cause is unknown (idiopathic), in about 1 in 4 people with gastroparesis it occurs as a complication of long-standing diabetes. Eat frequent, small meals that are low in fat and fiber. Fat, fiber, and large meals can delay stomach emptying and worsen symptoms. Keep hydrated and as nutritionally fit as possible. If you have diabetes, maintain good glucose control.