Can people with weak gastrointestinal systems consume bayberry wine?

Jun 10, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Shen Yonghua
Introduction
The alcohol content in bayberry wine is relatively high, and alcohol itself is quite irritating. For individuals with a weak gastrointestinal system, alcohol can directly irritate the gastrointestinal mucosa, potentially causing congestion, edema, and worsening of inflammation in the gastrointestinal lining, or even triggering discomforts such as abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. Alcohol can also affect the normal peristalsis of the gastrointestinal tract.

People with weak gastrointestinal systems generally should avoid consuming bayberry wine and should focus on proper conditioning.

Bayberry wine contains alcohol, which is a strong irritant. For individuals with weak gastrointestinal systems, alcohol can directly irritate the gastrointestinal mucosa, potentially causing congestion, edema, worsening of inflammation, and even symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. Alcohol can also affect the normal peristalsis of the gastrointestinal tract and interfere with digestive function. Those with weak gastrointestinal systems already have compromised digestion and absorption.

If a patient has gastrointestinal diseases such as gastritis, gastric ulcers, or enteritis, or has recently experienced symptoms such as stomach pain or diarrhea, it is not recommended to consume bayberry wine. Alcohol itself is an irritant that can increase gastric acid secretion, irritate the gastric mucosa, worsen gastrointestinal symptoms, and potentially trigger acute episodes.

Developing good eating habits, avoiding overeating and consuming spicy or irritating foods, can help improve gastrointestinal function.

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