What is incompatible with Sophora flowers?
Jan 13, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, Sophora flower (Huai Hua) has a cold and cool nature, and may be incompatible with certain foods such as persimmons, milk, eggs, bananas, and lard. However, these foods are not absolutely prohibited from being consumed with Sophora flowers. They can be appropriately combined in daily diets to maintain dietary diversity. If discomfort occurs after consuming specific food combinations, medical advice should be sought promptly.
Locust flowers are cold in nature and may be incompatible with certain foods such as persimmons, milk, eggs, bananas, and lard. Detailed explanations are as follows:
1. Persimmons
Persimmons contain a significant amount of tannic acid. When consumed together with locust flowers, the tannic acid may combine with certain components in the locust flowers, forming indigestible precipitates that could cause gastrointestinal discomfort or even increase the risk of stomach stones, especially if consumed on an empty stomach.
2. Milk
Milk is rich in protein and calcium. Certain components in locust flowers might bind with the protein and calcium in milk, forming indigestible precipitates that impair nutrient absorption and potentially burden the digestive system.
3. Eggs
Consuming locust flowers with eggs may interfere with the body's absorption of protein. Certain components in locust flowers can react with the protein in eggs to form indigestible complexes, increasing the burden on the gastrointestinal tract and potentially causing indigestion.
4. Bananas
Locust flowers contain vitamins, minerals, and natural pectin. When consumed with bananas, which are rich in mucilage, they may increase intestinal motility and potentially cause digestive discomfort, such as indigestion or diarrhea.
5. Lard
The fat in lard may slow down gastrointestinal motility, affecting the absorption of nutrients from locust flowers. Additionally, greasy foods may form an oily layer in the gastrointestinal tract, increasing the digestive burden and potentially causing indigestion or related issues.
However, these foods are not absolutely contraindicated with locust flowers. They can be consumed in moderation in daily meals to maintain a diverse diet. If discomfort occurs after consuming specific food combinations, prompt medical consultation is recommended.
