What should not be eaten with yellow peaches?
Apr 27, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yu Yongchao
Introduction
Nectarines are named for their golden flesh. They are round in shape with a smooth, orange-yellow skin that is slightly blushed. The flesh is firm, sweet with a hint of tartness, and has a strong aroma. Rich in various nutrients, nectarines are refreshing and delicious when eaten fresh. They are also commonly processed into canned fruit and dried fruit, offering a unique flavor and texture. Nectarines are a popular and nutritious common fruit enjoyed by many. However, nectarines should not be consumed with certain foods.
Generally, foods that should not be consumed with yellow peaches include milk, lamb, glutinous rice, pork liver, and crab. Medications that should not be taken with yellow peaches include Captopril tablets, Atorvastatin calcium tablets, Cyclosporine capsules, Diazepam tablets, and Warfarin sodium tablets. Details are as follows:
I. Foods
1. Milk: Tannic acid in yellow peaches may combine with proteins to form indigestible precipitates, which may cause bloating and abdominal pain in sensitive individuals. Avoid consuming large amounts together, especially with unripe yellow peaches.
2. Lamb: Lamb is a warming food. Yellow peaches are also warm in nature. Excessive consumption together may increase internal heat, causing symptoms such as dry mouth, constipation, or heatiness. Individuals with a naturally hot constitution should control their intake.
3. Glutinous rice: Yellow peaches naturally contain high sugar levels. Combining them with gas-producing or high glycemic index foods may increase gastrointestinal burden or cause blood sugar fluctuations. Patients with diabetes or digestive issues should be cautious.
4. Pork liver: Tannic acid in yellow peaches may combine with iron in food to form poorly absorbable complexes, reducing iron absorption. Long-term, large-scale consumption may be detrimental to individuals with iron-deficiency anemia.
5. Crab: Yellow peaches are warming, while crab is cooling in nature. Consuming them together may cause gastrointestinal discomfort due to temperature contrast, potentially leading to abdominal pain and diarrhea, especially in individuals with weak or cold spleen and stomach conditions.
II. Medications
1. Captopril tablets: Yellow peaches are rich in potassium, while certain antihypertensive medications reduce potassium excretion, potentially increasing blood potassium levels. Co-consumption may lead to hyperkalemia, presenting as muscle weakness, arrhythmia, or even cardiac arrest.
2. Atorvastatin calcium tablets: Substances in yellow peaches may inhibit liver enzymes responsible for metabolizing drugs, and statins are primarily metabolized by these enzymes. Concurrent consumption may lead to statin accumulation in the body, increasing the risk of muscle damage and hepatotoxicity.
3. Cyclosporine capsules: Components in yellow peaches may interfere with the activity of cytochrome enzymes in the liver, which are primarily responsible for metabolizing immunosuppressants. Taking them together may elevate drug concentrations in the blood, leading to excessive immunosuppression or increased nephrotoxicity risk.
4. Diazepam tablets: Neurotoxins in yellow peaches may enhance central nervous system depression. Combining with sedative medications may intensify drowsiness, respiratory depression, or even lead to coma.
5. Warfarin sodium tablets: Yellow peaches may inhibit cytochrome enzymes, thereby affecting Warfarin metabolism, leading to fluctuations in blood drug levels, increasing bleeding risk, or reducing anticoagulant effects.
Dietary restrictions related to yellow peaches are largely based on individual differences, and there are no absolute contraindications. Normal individuals need not be overly concerned when consuming them in moderation, but special populations should exercise caution. If health concerns exist, it is recommended to consult a nutritionist or physician to adjust dietary habits according to individual conditions.
