Why does eating cherries cause diarrhea?
Oct 13, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhao Haiming
Introduction
Diarrhea after eating cherries may be caused by excessive consumption, which increases the burden on the gastrointestinal tract and leads to indigestion. It could also result from an allergic reaction in individuals with hypersensitive constitutions, who are allergic to certain components in cherries. Additionally, if cherries are not properly washed before consumption, contamination with bacteria, viruses, or other pathogens may lead to acute gastroenteritis, resulting in diarrhea.
Eating cherries and experiencing diarrhea may be caused by factors such as excessive consumption, allergies, or acute gastroenteritis.
1. Excessive Consumption
Cherries are a common fruit containing abundant vitamins, calcium, phosphorus, iron, protein, and carbohydrates. Eating them in moderation can help replenish energy and promote detoxification, bowel movement, and skin whitening. However, overconsumption may increase the burden on the digestive system, leading to indigestion and diarrhea, possibly accompanied by bloating and abdominal pain.
2. Allergy
If a person has an allergic constitution and is sensitive to certain components in cherries, consuming them may trigger diarrhea, possibly along with abdominal pain and other symptoms.
3. Acute Gastroenteritis
If cherries are not properly washed before eating, pesticide residues, bacteria, or viruses may remain. Consuming contaminated cherries may lead to acute gastroenteritis, causing diarrhea as well as other symptoms such as bloating, nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite.
