Is steamed cake good for the stomach or harmful to the stomach?

Feb 11, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Wang Lei
Introduction
Whether sponge cake nourishes or irritates the stomach depends on the amount consumed. Sponge cake contains abundant nutrients such as carbohydrates, amino acids, and dietary fiber. Once steamed, it becomes easy to digest and absorb. Eating it in moderation can promote gastrointestinal motility, aid digestion, and support stomach health. However, consuming too much at once, or excessive intake by individuals with chronic gastritis, may increase the burden on the digestive system, impair gastric absorption, and potentially harm the stomach.

Whether steamed cake benefits or harms the stomach depends on the amount consumed.

1. Benefits the stomach

Steamed cake is a traditional food made primarily from flour and rice flour through fermentation. It contains abundant nutrients such as carbohydrates, amino acids, and dietary fiber. After being steamed, it becomes soft and easy to digest and absorb. Eating it in moderation can not only replenish the body's energy needs but also promote gastrointestinal motility, aid digestion, and support stomach health.

2. Harms the stomach

Since steamed cake is made from various ingredients, when cooled, the sticky components may become firm and difficult to break down. Consuming excessive amounts at once, especially for individuals with chronic gastritis, can increase the burden on the digestive system, impair gastric absorption, and potentially irritate the stomach.