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Honey is a natural food with rich nutritional and medicinal value, which is loved by the general public. However, according to TCM theory and clinical experience, there are some groups of people who should not consume honey. This article will combine the theories of traditional Chinese medicine and ancient and modern prescriptions to scientifically explain the reasons why four types of people should avoid eating honey, so as to provide guidance and guidance to the general public.
First of all, pregnant women should not consume honey. The ancients said: "Pregnant women have a light taste". Pregnant women have a special constitution, and the development of the fetus will increase the nutritional requirements of the mother. However, honey is rich in sugar and trace elements, and excessive intake may produce *** Excessive intake of sugar may lead to unstable blood sugar levels in the pregnant woman's body and affect the growth and development of the fetus. In addition, the trace elements in honey may be too irritating for pregnant women and may cause allergic reactions or aggravate the symptoms of pregnant women, therefore, pregnant women are advised to avoid consuming honey.
Secondly, honey should not be consumed by infants. The intestinal function of the infant is not fully developed, and the digestion and absorption capacity is weak. Honey contains microbial spores, which may gain a favorable environment for growth in the infant's intestines, which can lead to intestinal infections. In addition, components such as amino acids, trace elements, and antibiotics in honey are also not beneficial to the baby's gut and may cause allergies or other adverse reactions in the baby. Therefore, it is recommended that babies do not consume honey until they are one year old.
Thirdly, diabetics should not consume honey. Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disease caused by insulin deficiency or abnormal insulin function. Whereas, honey contains a lot of simple carbohydrates, which are quickly absorbed and raise blood sugar levels after ingestion. For diabetics, excessive honey intake may lead to an increase in blood sugar levels and increase the risk of diabetes attacks, therefore, diabetics are advised to limit their honey consumption.
Finally, honey should not be consumed by certain people with allergies. The pollen, nectar and other components in honey may cause allergic reactions, especially for some people with allergies, suffering from allergic diseases (such as hay fever, eczema, etc.), and consuming honey may lead to aggravation of allergic symptoms or trigger allergic reactions. Therefore, for people with allergies, it is necessary to be cautious about consuming honey and, if necessary, to take an allergy test beforehand.
In summary, although honey is a food with rich nutritional and medicinal properties, consuming honey may pose certain health risks for pregnant women, infants, diabetics, and people with certain allergies. Therefore, one should pay attention to one's physical condition before consuming honey and consult a doctor for advice if necessary. At the same time, we should also promote the scientific concept of diet, rationally match the diet, and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Health References:
1.Wang Min, Li Xinghuan. Research progress on nutrition and safety of honey[J].Chinese Journal of Food Hygiene, 2018, 30(5): 514-518