Introduction: Persimmons are one of the most popular fruits in autumn, however, for people with gastric stones, eating persimmons on an empty stomach may pose certain risks. This article will analyze the impact of persimmons on gastrolithiasis from the perspective of TCM theory and practice, and introduce some preventive measures to help you enjoy persimmons better.
In recent years, the incidence of gastroliasis has increased, among which, eating persimmons on an empty stomach often becomes one of the important causes of gastroliasis. Gastrolithiasis is the formation of stones in the stomach, the main components of which are hard substances that are insoluble in stomach acid. The formation of gastrolithiasis is related to a variety of factors, including lifestyle habits, dietary structure, and physical factors. Traditional Chinese medicine theory believes that persimmon is naturally cold, sweet and astringent, has an astringent effect, can quench thirst, relieve fever, and eliminate inflammation.
However, in the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, persimmons are regarded as cold food, and eating persimmons on an empty stomach can easily cause cold qi to directly enter the stomach cavity, stimulate the stomach, and then have a certain impact on digestive function. For patients with gastric stones, the gastric function is already weak, and if a large amount of persimmons are eaten in a fasting state, it is easy to cause indigestion, thereby inducing or aggravating the formation of gastric stones.
Ancient Chinese medicine texts mention some famous prescriptions for the treatment of gastrolithiasis. Among them, the decoction of honey persimmon and honey can play the role of fossil soft lumps, the gourd tofu soup can strengthen the spleen and dissolve phlegm, soften lumps, and is one of the good remedies for treating gastrolithiasis, and the yam egg sugar water can nourish the spleen and stomach and help expel stomach stones. The experience of using these ancient prescriptions, just like the concept of "dietary therapy" in traditional Chinese medicine, regulates the body through a reasonable diet, which is a valuable summary of experienced physicians in clinical practice.
In addition to avoiding eating persimmons on an empty stomach, another important measure to prevent gastric stone disease is to consume more high-fiber foods. High-fiber foods can increase satiety, reduce appetite and prevent the intake of large amounts of high-calorie foods, while high-fiber foods can also increase intestinal peristalsis, promote waste excretion, reduce gastric residues, and reduce the chance of gastric stone formation. Recommended high-fiber foods include legumes, vegetables, whole grains, and more.
In addition, a reasonable adjustment of dietary structure is also the key to preventing gastrolithiasis. Eat small, frequent meals, control the total amount of food, avoid overeating, and limit the intake of sugar, oil, and salt. A balanced diet helps to maintain stable stomach function, reduce the burden on the stomach, and reduce the risk of gastric stones.
To sum up, it is very necessary to be vigilant about the risk of gastrolithiasis caused by eating persimmons on an empty stomach. Traditional Chinese medicine theory believes that persimmon is a cold food, and eating it on an empty stomach is easy to stimulate the stomach, which is not conducive to the digestive function of the stomach. For patients with gastrolithiasis, they should pay more attention to avoid eating a large amount of persimmons on an empty stomach, and choose some warm foods instead. In addition, a balanced diet and moderate intake of high-fiber foods can also help prevent the formation of stomach stones. I hope everyone can have a healthy stomach, eat reasonably, and stay away from the risk of gastrolithiasis.
#健康#
Bibliography:
1. Nutrition and edible value of persimmon, Institute of Agricultural Resources and Regional Planning, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, 2018.