Peaches are a summer fruit that not only tastes delicious but also has great nutritional value. However, it is not recommended to eat peaches on an empty stomach as it can cause diarrhea.
Benefits of Eating Peaches
According to traditional Chinese medicine, peaches are warm in nature and have a sweet and sour taste. They have the functions of nourishing the body, nourishing the heart, generating body fluids, quenching thirst, promoting digestion, moisturizing the intestines, and relieving heat and tiredness.
Peaches are known as "the fruit of the lungs" and are suitable for people with low blood sugar, lung disease, and asthma as an auxiliary dietary supplement.
Peach kernels have the effects of promoting blood circulation, moisturizing dryness, lubricating the intestines, and suppressing coughs. They can be used to treat blood stasis, dysmenorrhea, hypertension, and constipation (as a single herb in traditional Chinese medicine, not for raw consumption);
Green peaches (unripe peaches smaller than normal size) soaked with tea leaves can be used as a drink to stop sweating and bleeding, and can treat symptoms such as night sweats and coughing up blood caused by yin deficiency;
Peach leaves have insecticidal effects and can be used to treat vaginal trichomoniasis by boiling them in water and washing the genital area;
Peach blossoms have the effects of reducing swelling and diuresis and can be used to treat edema, ascites, constipation, difficulty urinating, and swollen feet caused by beriberi.
Why Eating Peaches on an Empty Stomach Can Cause Diarrhea
First of all, we know that peaches are a summer fruit that not only tastes sweet but also has high nutritional value.
Especially, they contain rich vitamins, proteins, as well as iron, lin, calcium, and other nutrients. Eating peaches in moderation is very good for the body.
Peaches contain a relatively high amount of organic acids. If you eat too many on an empty stomach, it may increase gastric acid secretion, leading to gastrointestinal discomfort. Therefore, it is generally not recommended to eat peaches on an empty stomach.
Precautions When Eating Peaches
1. Rotten peaches should not be consumed;
2. Unripe peaches should not be eaten as they can cause bloating or boils;
3. Even ripe peaches should not be eaten in excess as it can cause excessive heat in the body;
4. Peaches should not be eaten with soft-shelled turtles;
5. Diabetic patients should eat fewer peaches when their blood sugar is high.
Who Should Avoid Eating Peaches
1. People who easily develop heat and sores due to excessive internal heat
Peaches have a sweet and warm taste. Eating too many peaches for those who already have excessive internal heat is like "adding fuel to the fire".
2. Diabetic patients
Peaches have a high sugar content, with 7 grams of sugar per 100 grams of peaches. If diabetic patients eat peaches excessively without moderation, it can cause a rapid increase in blood sugar and urine sugar, worsening the condition.
3. People with weak gastrointestinal function
Peaches contain a large amount of macromolecular substances, which can increase the burden on the intestines and stomach, causing abdominal pain and diarrhea. Therefore, they should not be consumed.
4. Infants, young children, and pregnant women
Infants and young children have poor digestive function and cannot digest the large amount of macromolecular substances in peaches, which can easily cause allergic reactions.
Eating excessive amounts of peaches can cause heat in pregnant women, leading to miscarriage, bleeding, etc.
5. People prone to allergies
Some people may have allergies when eating peaches. At first, the symptoms may be mild, such as redness, peeling, and itching around the mouth. In this case, consumption should be stopped and the face and hands should be washed clean.
If the symptoms are severe, immediate medical attention should be sought.
