Mr. Zhang is a middle-aged man who is keen to socialize and enjoy life. He especially likes to meet a few friends to enjoy wine and chat with him in his spare time. Whenever this happens, Mr. Zhang always has a habit of preparing some snacks to accompany the snack, the most common of which are fried food and peanuts。He thinks it's a delicious and enjoyable pairing, and it makes the whole drinking process more enjoyable.
Since two months ago, he has been drinking too much alcohol or eating too many snacksHe always had a dull pain in his stomach, which made him feel sick and irritable。Despite this, Mr. Zhang didn't pay much attention to this problem, he always thought that he was just drinking too much and taking a break.
However, the day before yesterday, Mr. Zhang and a few friends had a party at a small restaurant. They ordered a few dishes,Among them, of course, Mr. Zhang's favorite peanuts are indispensable。After three rounds of drinking,Mr. Zhang suddenly felt a sharp pain in his stomach。He tried to hold on, but the pain was getting worse and worse, forcing him to leave the table early to go to the hospital.
After a detailed examination by the doctor, Mr. Zhang's gastroscopy resultedThe mucosa of the gastric body is rough, and a mucosal depression can be seen in the middle of the body, about 15cm。The doctor told him in all seriousness that he had a stomach ulcer, which was aggravated by heavy alcohol consumption at night, and that he needed to accept ** immediately and change his bad habits.
Once alcohol enters the body,It must pass through the liver to complete its metabolic process。If you consume too much alcohol for a long time, it may lead to diseases such as liver cirrhosis and even liver cancer. The rich fat content of peanuts can increase the pressure on the liver. When the liver processes large amounts of alcohol and fat at the same time, its detoxification and metabolic functions may be impaired, which may further exacerbate the damage to the liver.
After listening to the doctor's explanation, Mr. Zhang regretted it. He realized that although he liked the taste of peanuts and rice, he ignored the health risks that this pairing might bring. This example tells us that when drinking alcohol, we should pay attention to dietary choices, especially for some high-fat, spicy foods.
In the process of drinking,Many people will choose to pair it with some appetizers to add to the pleasure of drinking, and peanuts are one of the common appetizers, which is loved by many people for its unique taste and ease of availability. However, doctors have advised that we should try to avoid touching peanuts when drinking. Why is that?
First of all, we need to understand the nutritional content of peanuts themselves. Peanuts are rich in fat and proteinThese substances are beneficial to our body when ingested in moderation. When it is ingested at the same time as alcohol, it can have some adverse reactions.
Alcohol is metabolized in the human body mainly through the liver, and the metabolites produced during metabolism stimulate fat synthesis, which in turn increases blood lipid levels。The fat content in peanuts is high, and excessive intake will increase the burden on the liver, affect fat metabolism, and lead to the occurrence of fatty liver and alcoholic liver disease.
Alcohol is a central nervous system depressant, and drinking large amounts of alcohol can cause the body to become unresponsive, confused, and even develop symptoms such as coma and respiratory failure. As a high-fat food, the digestion and absorption of peanuts requires a large amount of blood to be concentrated in the stomach, which is combined with the dilating effect of alcohol on the blood vessels in the stomach, which will increase the burden on the stomach and affect the digestive function.
In addition, peanuts produce a lot of stomach acid during digestion. When we drink alcohol, the alcohol itself irritates the gastric lining and increases the secretion of gastric acid. If you eat a large amount of peanuts at this time, the production of stomach acid will further increase, which may lead to stomach discomfort, such as stomach pain, stomach bloating and other symptoms.
From a nutritional point of view, alcohol affects the body's absorption and utilization of nutrients.
Consuming peanuts while drinking alcohol can lead to a decrease in the body's absorption of nutrients such as protein, minerals, and vitamins in peanuts, and even indigestion and malnutrition.
While peanuts may be popular on the palate as an accompaniment to alcoholics, from a health perspectiveDon't touch peanuts when drinking。In addition to peanuts, the doctor bluntly said: These kinds of appetizers, don't eat them easily, eating them is very harmful to the body.
1) Spicy food
Spicy foods such as chili, ginger, garlic, etc., can really stimulate the taste buds and bring a momentary taste delight.
But at the same time,They also irritate the gastric mucosa and increase the secretion of gastric acid, causing stomach upset. When spicy food and alcohol enter the body at the same time, both will stimulate the gastric mucosa, increase the burden on the stomach, and easily cause gastric ulcers, gastritis and other gastric diseases in the long run.
Spicy foods cause the body to produce more heat, which speeds up blood circulation, causing the body to heat up and sweat
Alcohol, on the other hand, dilates blood vessels and accelerates blood circulation. The simultaneous effect of the two can easily lead to excessive heating of the body, increase the burden on the heart and blood vessels, and adversely affect the health of the body.
2) Deep-fried food
Fried foods such as french fries and fried chicken wings are usually high in fat and calories. After frying at high temperatures, the fat content of the food increases significantly, and these fats meet alcohol in the stomach, which may increase the metabolic burden on the liver.
Alcohol needs to go through the metabolic process of the liver in the body, and at the same time, high-fat foods will also increase the burden on the liver, which may have a negative impact on the health of the liver for a long time.
And that's not all,Fried foods tend to be greasy and tend to make people feel overfilled, affecting the taste of the wine. The oiliness may dull the taste of the wine and prevent it from fully experiencing the flavor of the wine. In addition, greasy fried food may also aggravate the irritation of the stomach and intestines caused by alcohol, resulting in discomfort such as nausea and vomiting.
Fried food will produce some harmful substances at high temperatures, such as acrylamide, etc, which may increase the risk of cancer. Alcohol is also considered a carcinogen and may increase the risk of cancer when ingested at the same time as fried foods.
3) Preserved foods
Preserved foods such as pickles, bacon, etc., usually contain a lot of salt. Excessive salt intake can lead to an increase in blood pressure, increase the risk of edema, and in the long term, it may also induce cardiovascular diseases such as high blood pressure. Alcohol itself has a certain vasodilating effect, which, combined with the high salt content in preserved foods, may further exacerbate the cardiovascular burden.
In addition, pickled foods may produce nitrite, a compound that is harmful to humans, during the pickling process. When nitrite is combined with alcohol, it may produce carcinogens in the body, such as nitrosamines, increasing the risk of cancers such as esophageal cancer, stomach cancer, etc.
In addition, preserved foods are often marinated for a long time, and their original nutrients may be destroyed or lost, resulting in a decrease in nutritional value. Long-term use of pickled foods as an accompaniment to snacks may lead to nutritional imbalance and affect health.
Therefore, in order to protect our physical health,When choosing snacks to accompany alcohol, we should try to avoid spicy foods, fried foods, pickled foods, etcChoose healthier appetizers. This not only reduces the burden on the liver, but also promotes digestion and relieves fatigue after drinking.
Protein-rich foods
Among the doctor's recommended snacks, fish, shrimp and chicken are ideal for protein-rich dishes.
Fish meat is rich in a variety of essential amino acids, which slows alcohol absorption, reduces drunkenness, and benefits cardiovascular health. Shrimp meat is low-fat, easy to digest, and rich in minerals and vitaminsIt doesn't cause too much burden on the stomach, so it's perfect as an accompaniment to snacks. Chicken is low-fat and high-nutrition, helps to repair tissues and organs damaged by alcohol, and promotes the body**.
At the same time, the metabolic process of alcohol affects metabolism and leads to protein deficiencies, which can be used as a supplement. Therefore, these foods both neutralize the potency of alcohol and contribute to good health.
Foods with an alkaline pH
The human body has a sophisticated acid-base balance regulation system that ensures that our blood and other body fluids are maintained in a slightly alkaline environment. Health problems occur when too much acidic food is ingested and the body is unable to cope with this change.
Alcohol is a typical acidic substance. When we drink alcohol, the alcohol enters the bloodstream, and in order to neutralize this acidic environment, the body needs to deplete the reserves of alkaline. If we can consume some alkaline foods at this time, they can neutralize the acidity of some of the alcohol in the stomach, thus reducing the burden on the body.
In order to maintain the acid-base balance in the body, there should be alkaline foods in the appetizers, such as fried bean sprouts, spinach and other vegetable foods.
Whole grains and potatoes
Whole grains and potatoes, such as corn, oats, and sweet potatoes, are idealThese foods are rich in dietary fiber.
Dietary fiber can increase the amount of time food stays in the stomach, which slows down the absorption of alcohol. This means that the duration of the alcohol in the body will be relatively prolonged, reducing the degree of drunkenness.
Dietary fiber can also promote gastrointestinal motility, aid digestion and bowel movements, and further accelerate the excretion of alcohol。Moreover, their pH is alkaline, which helps to neutralize the acidity of alcohol and reduce the damage of alcohol to the body.
Whole grains and potatoes are rich in B vitamins. B vitamins play an important role in alcohol metabolism. They are involved in the process of breaking down alcohol in the liver, helping to convert alcohol into harmless substances and excrete them from the body. Therefore, the intake of foods rich in vitamin B can accelerate the metabolism and excretion of alcohol, reducing the retention time of alcohol in the body.
Although peanuts, pickled products, spicy foods, etc. are all popular delicacies, we need to be especially vigilant about these foods that may cause adverse effects on the body when drinking alcohol. As an alternative, doctors suggest that people who love to drink alcohol like Mr. Zhang can choose some light, alkaline, protein-rich foods as an accompaniment to their drinks.
While enjoying good wine, we should also take care of our health. Choosing the right food is an important part of protecting our health while enjoying the sake culture.
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