How to Cook for Meniere's Disease

Meniere's disease is a condition of the inner ear that results in abnormal sensory discernment. A sufferer might experience vertigo or one ear may experience tinnitus, hearing loss or severe pressure. The most vulnerable age group is those in their 40s or 50s. The symptoms can be controlled by altering the diet to reduce the retention of fluids. Fluid retention medication might be prescribed, which can cause the body to be depleted of vital minerals. Those on diuretics need to cook foods that will help replace lost nutrients.

Things You'll Need

• Potassium-rich food
• Salt-free foods

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Instructions

• 1

  Prepare a fruit salad with equal amounts banana, cantaloupe and oranges. These foods contain potassium, and three to four extra servings of food rich in potassium should be added to your weekly diet if you are taking diuretics.

• 2

  Cook sweet potatoes or spinach. These are also rich in potassium, and can be used as additional potassium-rich food added to your diet. Both can be prepared by steaming, boiling or in the microwave.

• 3

  Avoid enhancing food with salt or seasonings that contain salt. A salt-free diet is desired. According to the Mayo Clinic you should aim for an intake of less than 1,500 milligrams of daily sodium.

• 4

  Do not add monosodium glutamate (MSG) to your cooking or use prepared foods that contain MSG.

• 5

  Avoid recipes that call for caffeine ingredients, such as coffee or chocolate.