OPTIMIZATION OF CHRONIC PANCREATITIS ATTACK PREVENTION THROUGH THE APPLICATION OF THE “MEDITERRANEAN DIET” AMONG THE POPULATION OF FERGANA REGION
Abstract
Chronic pancreatitis (CP) is a progressive inflammatory disease of the pancreas characterized by recurrent pain, impaired digestion, and endocrine dysfunction. Its prevalence is rising in regions with high rates of metabolic syndrome and unhealthy dietary habits. This work explores the potential of the Mediterranean diet (MedDiet) as a scientifically validated nutritional model for preventing CP attacks among the population of Fergana region. Drawing on evidence from major international studies such as PREDIMED and the Lyon Diet Heart Study, the MedDiet demonstrates anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and metabolic benefits that help stabilize glucose and lipid metabolism and reduce systemic inflammation. Adapting this diet to the agro-climatic and cultural context of Fergana offers a cost-effective and sustainable strategy for improving public health and reducing CP-related morbidity.
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