In the traditional festival of the Lantern Festival, every family prepares a sumptuous dinner, and the indispensable one is the sweet and delicious rice balls. Tangyuan symbolizes reunion and happiness, and is the perfect embellishment for the festive atmosphere. However, for some special groups, especially patients with "ALS", which is referred to in traditional Chinese medicine, it is not recommended that they consume too many glutinous rice balls.
First of all, we need to understand what "ALS" is. ALS, also known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), is a chronic neurological condition in which the muscles gradually atrophy, weaken, and eventually lead to complete paralysis. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that ALS is related to the dysfunction of the spleen, kidneys, liver and other viscera, and glutinous rice balls, as a sweet food, have a certain tonic effect on these viscera.
Since glutinous rice balls have a certain tonic effect on ALS patients, why is it not recommended that they eat more? There are several reasons for this:
1.The main ingredients of tangyuan are glutinous rice and sugar, which are foods that have a certain burden on the teeth and digestive system. For ALS patients, their physical functions have declined to varying degrees, and the digestive system is weak, which is easy to cause symptoms such as indigestion and bloating.
2.Glutinous rice is not easy to digest and stays in the stomach for a long time, which may cause excessive stomach acid and aggravate stomach discomfort.
3.The sugar content in glutinous rice balls is high, and long-term intake of large amounts of sugar may lead to problems such as blood sugar fluctuations and obesity, which is not conducive to physical health.
So, how should ALS patients eat reasonably? Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the diet of ALS patients should be warm, and eat more warm foods, such as ginger, green onions, garlic, hawthorn, red dates, etc. In addition, patients should also avoid eating irritating foods such as raw, cold, greasy, and spicy foods to avoid aggravating the condition. At the same time, according to the specific situation of the patient, a personalized diet plan can be developed to meet the various nutrients required by the body.
To sum up, although tangyuan is a traditional delicacy of the Lantern Festival, for ALS patients, excessive consumption may not be good for their health. While enjoying the festive atmosphere, you should also pay attention to eating properly and maintaining good health.