Can patients with favism drink soy milk?
Sep 20, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Feng
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, favism is a hereditary hemolytic disease primarily caused by mutations in the red blood cell glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G-6-PD) gene, leading to G-6-PD deficiency. Patients with favism can consume moderate amounts of soy milk. Soy milk is mainly made from soybeans and is rich in protein, fat, carbohydrates, as well as various vitamins and minerals.
Favism is usually a hereditary hemolytic disease caused primarily by mutations in the glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G-6-PD) gene in red blood cells, leading to G-6-PD deficiency. Patients with favism can consume moderate amounts of soy milk, as detailed below:
Soy milk is mainly made from soybeans and is rich in protein, fat, carbohydrates, as well as various vitamins and minerals. It plays a positive role in maintaining normal physiological functions, providing energy, and supporting overall health. For patients with favism, drinking soy milk in moderation not only helps supplement nutrition but also enhances physical condition and boosts immunity. However, excessive consumption may increase gastrointestinal burden and cause indigestion in individuals with weak gastrointestinal function; therefore, patients should still consume it in moderation.
Patients are advised to maintain healthy dietary habits and avoid exposure to fava beans and related products, such as fava bean flour or fava bean paste, to prevent episodes of favism.
