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"Look, that cucumber with flowers on top is really a hormone cucumber?"
Li Ming said as he took out a strangely shaped cucumber from the plastic bag, along with a small flower. Li Ming, I have always felt a little unwell recently, and my appetite is not very good. He is particularly fond of cucumbers, which are served with a plate at almost every meal.
Recently, the cucumbers he bought from the market were all with flowers, which made his wife Xiao Wang very worried. She once saw on the Internet that cucumbers with flowers on the top may have been injected with hormones, which are harmful to the human body.
Xiao Wang, who was worried, suggested that Li Ming go to the hospital for a check-up. "Doctor Zhao, I heard that the cucumbers with flowers on the top are all hormones, is this harmful to the body?" Li Ming asked.
Dr. Zhao Zhi said: "This statement is actually a misunderstanding. Cucumbers with flowers on top do not necessarily mean that hormones are used. Cucumbers are continuous melon-bearing, and under normal circumstances, the flowers on the top of the melon are only the flowers that have not fallen off in the previous growth cycle, which has nothing to do with hormones. ”
Dr. Zhao Zhi went on to explain that hormones do exist in the market, but they are mainly used to promote the growth and appearance of certain fruits and vegetables.
"Actually, about cucumbers," said Dr. Zhao Zhi, "eating cucumbers regularly is good for the body. The silicates contained in cucumbers can help our body better absorb calcium and other minerals. ”
He went on to explain in detail the nutritional value of cucumber, including its high moisture properties that can help the body detoxify and the high content of vitamin K that can promote bone health. He stresses that even cucumbers with flowers on top don't worry too much as long as they come from a trustworthy source.
"But you know what? Although cucumbers are good, the most important thing is to depend on the physical condition of the individual. For example, some people may cause discomfort if they have too much stomach acid, or if they have weak stomach function. ”
Li Ming still couldn't help but ask a question, "Then Doctor Zhao, do you think my poor appetite has something to do with the cucumbers I ate these days?" ”
Dr. Zhao Zhi replied, "Based on your symptoms and the results of the physical examination, your poor appetite may be due to the recent stress at work and irregular diet. It has little to do with the cucumber itself. ”
"It is recommended that you adjust your lifestyle habits, pay attention to your diet and rest, and at the same time do more light physical activities, such as brisk walking, which I just mentioned."
After returning home, Li Ming's mood improved significantly, but he still maintained a high level of concern for his healthy diet. He began to pay attention to how his body reacted to every food he ate.
Especially cucumbers, Li Ming decided to do a small experiment to see if cucumbers from different sources would affect his digestive system. He bought several different kinds of cucumbers, organic, flowered, etc., and tried each for a week.
The result surprised him a little, no matter what type of cucumber it was, his stomach did not react in a particularly uncomfortable way. This made him realize that it may not only be the problem of cucumbers, but also his own lifestyle habits that need to be adjusted.
During a follow-up visit, Dr. Zhao Zhi said, "Actually, Mr. Li, every food we usually eat. The variety and quality of food can directly affect our mood and mood. For example, if you have a bad appetite recently, it may have a lot to do with your mood and stress. ”
"Ah, what does this have to do with cucumbers?" Li Ming asked. "Cucumbers contain B vitamins and electrolytes that are great for relieving stress and elevating mood. In fact, not only cucumbers, but also many foods containing B vitamins have this effect. Doctor Zhao Zhi said.
"And that's not all, you know what? The water and fiber in cucumbers can also help regulate blood sugar and avoid the mood swings caused by blood sugar fluctuations. Therefore, eating cucumbers is not only as simple as quenching thirst or cooling, it can also stabilize our mood to a certain extent. ”
"I recommend that, in addition to adjusting your diet and adding some vegetables such as cucumbers, proper exercise and adequate rest are also very necessary. This can radically improve your physical condition and mental health. Dr. Zhao Zhi suggested.
Li Ming asked, "Then Doctor Zhao, why do you think I eat so many cucumbers, and I still have such mood swings and bad appetite?" ”
Dr. Zhao Zhi replied, "This is normal. While cucumber has many benefits, it can't solve all problems alone. It could be because you've been stressed out lately, plus other factors that don't balance your diet. ”
"It's a good idea to eat a variety of foods and find ways to relax, such as yoga and meditation. Of course, if the condition does not improve, further medical evaluation is still required. ”
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