I recently bought some bird's nest and I usually eat it after meals. However, someone told me that it's better to eat bird's nest on an empty stomach. I want to ask if it's best to eat bird's nest on an empty stomach?
Is it best to eat bird's nest on an empty stomach?
It is generally recommended to eat bird's nest on an empty stomach.
When bird's nest is consumed in a full stomach, the digestive enzymes in the stomach are needed to digest and absorb various foods, which cannot be fully utilized to absorb the nutrients of bird's nest. Therefore, the medicinal effects of bird's nest may be reduced. On the other hand, when bird's nest is consumed on an empty stomach, the nutrients can directly contact the mucosa of the digestive tract, quickly enter the intestines, and be more effectively absorbed without being diluted by other food in the stomach.
How long after eating bird's nest can I have breakfast?
Around 30 minutes.
The main nutrients in bird's nest are water-soluble proteins. Generally, after consuming bird's nest for about 30 minutes, it is completely digested and absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract, reaching its maximum nutrition. At this time, eating other foods will not interfere with the nutrients of bird's nest. Therefore, it is recommended to wait for about half an hour after eating bird's nest before having breakfast.
Can bird's nest be eaten every day?
It is generally not recommended to eat bird's nest every day.
Bird's nest contains abundant proteins, accounting for about 50% of its composition. If bird's nest is consumed every day, the human body may not be able to fully digest and absorb its nutrients, which may instead burden the digestive system and cause discomfort, indigestion, and other symptoms. It is recommended to consume bird's nest once every 2-3 days to maximize the absorption of its nutrients.
How to eat bird's nest best?
Ingredients: 10g bird's nest, 15g rock sugar, 50ml milk.
Instructions:
1. Clean the surface of the bird's nest and soak it in clean water for about 1 hour.
2. After the bird's nest softens, remove any impurities.
3. Then discard the dirty water and soak the bird's nest for another hour until it becomes transparent.
4. Place the bird's nest in a stewing pot and add rock sugar.
5. Steam for about 30 minutes.
6. Add milk and stir well.
7. Continue to simmer for about 10 minutes.
What should I pay attention to when eating bird's nest?
1. Do not eat it with tea.
The tannic acid in tea can react with the protein in bird's nest, reducing its nutritional value. Therefore, it is not advisable to consume bird's nest with tea. It is recommended to wait for about 1-2 hours between consuming them.
2. Do not eat it with acidic foods.
Bird's nest is nourishing, while acidic foods have astringent effects. Eating them together can destroy the nutrients of bird's nest and reduce its effectiveness. Therefore, it is advisable to avoid consuming bird's nest with sour plums, lemons, and other acidic foods.
3. Do not eat it during a cold.
During a cold, it is not advisable to consume nourishing foods like bird's nest, as it may worsen the symptoms by causing stagnation of pathogenic factors in the body.
4. Not suitable for those with poor digestion.
Bird's nest contains abundant proteins that are not easily digested and absorbed by the body. Those with poor digestion may not be able to fully absorb the nutrients of bird's nest, and it may even worsen gastrointestinal discomfort.
5. Those allergic to proteins should be cautious.
The main component of bird's nest is water-soluble proteins. Those with protein allergies should be cautious when consuming bird's nest, as it may cause allergic reactions such as nausea, diarrhea, rashes, and itching.
