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"Really, these young people are terrible!" Li Tong shook his head as he jogged through the park.
A group of young people on one side were discussing some "health knowledge" enthusiastically, and their voices were full of horror and consternation. Although Li Tong is not an expert, he has been a librarian for many years, and he still has a set of ways to distinguish the authenticity of information.
He heard something that made him frown: "You know what? I saw a video yesterday that says that garlic is used in a pot for stir-frying, which is not only poisonous, but also very easy to cause cancer!" "What? Really, isn't we all going to get cancer?" said a young man with glasses in a panic.
Li Tong felt that this matter should be clarified. Early the next morning, he went to the hospital in the center of the city and found his old friend, Dr. Wang, who was also a very experienced doctor in the hospital. When Doctor Wang heard this, he first smiled, then put on a serious appearance and began to explain to Li Tong.
"First of all, let's be clear that nothing is absolutely safe, but neither is it absolutely dangerous. Garlic, for example, is a very nutritious ingredient in its own right. As for the so-called carcinogenic risk, it is said that due to the high temperature of garlic, it is likely to produce some substances that may be harmful to the human body.
"However, the real key is the 'dose'. It is very safe for ordinary cooking use in daily life. According to the International Agency for Research on Cancer, the amount of garlic an adult consumes per day is nowhere near any dangerous level. ”
Li Tong listened with relish, and he knew that every word that Dr. Wang said was based on evidence. He remembers that Dr. Wang also said before that many foods can cause health problems when they are in excess, and the key is to eat a balanced diet.
"So, the garlic thing is mainly about how to use it. Ordinary families use a little garlic to stir-fry in a pot, which is not only harmless, but also adds flavor to the food. Of course, if you have to put a lot of garlic in one go, it may not be good for your health. Dr. Wang laughed as he spoke, and his words were always so vivid and funny.
For Li Tong, today's trip is very worthwhile. He decided that when he returned to the library, he would organize the materials in this area and increase his knowledge base, so that he could give readers a reasonable explanation for similar problems in the future.
Just as Li Tong was about to say goodbye to Dr. Wang, he suddenly thought of a question: "Doctor Wang, what you said is very reasonable, but if someone eats garlic every day, for example, 20 cloves a day, is it harmful to the body?"
Dr. Wang adjusted his glasses and replied seriously: "Eating too much of anything may be bad for your health." Although garlic is good, it should not be excessive. Like you said, eating twenty cloves of garlic a day may cause stomach upset and even affect liver function.
Our recommendation is that garlic should be consumed in moderation, a few cloves a day is sufficient. What's more, we should aim for a varied diet so that we can get all the essential nutrients. ”
After listening to Li Tong's question, Dr. Wang continued to explain seriously: "Regarding the amount of garlic, there are actually some more in-depth studies that deserve our attention. For example, one study showed that garlic in moderate amounts not only protects against disease, but even has a positive effect on blood sugar regulation. The sulfide in garlic can help regulate blood sugar levels, which is good news for diabetics. ”
Dr. Wang's words are simple and clear, making people sound relaxed and easy to understand. "So in the final analysis, we still have to master a 'degree' when eating garlic. It is quite appropriate for ordinary people to keep three to five cloves a day, not only can they enjoy the nutritional value of garlic, but also will not cause a burden on their bodies. ”
Li Tong nodded, feeling that today's harvest is really not small. He asked another question about the combination of garlic and other foods: "Doctor Wang, what kind of food will be better when garlic is eaten with other foods?"
Dr. Wang thought for a moment and replied, "Garlic can be paired with many foods. For example, stir-frying with tomatoes is not only delicious, but also uses the vitamin C in tomatoes to enhance the antioxidant effect of garlic. Cooking garlic with fish neutralizes the fishy taste, while the protein in fish and the trace elements in garlic combine to benefit cardiovascular health. ”
He added with a smile: "Actually, the key is to adjust according to individual tastes and physical conditions, after all, everyone's physical condition and reaction to food are different. ”
Li Tong was very satisfied with the visit, and he felt that he had more understanding and control over his daily diet. Dr. Wang's explanation is not only scientific, but also close to life, which makes people feel relieved and comfortable to listen to.
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