Can I eat waxberries after eating hot pot?

Jun 10, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yu Yongchao
Introduction
Hot pot is usually greasy and spicy, which may cause symptoms such as mouth ulcers and "heatiness." Yangmei (Chinese bayberry) is warm in nature, with a sweet and sour taste, and has functions of promoting saliva production, relieving thirst, strengthening the spleen, and stimulating the appetite. Consuming an appropriate amount of yangmei can help alleviate discomfort caused by hot pot and promote digestion. In daily life, eating more fresh vegetables and fruits and ensuring adequate water intake can help maintain overall health.

  You can usually eat bayberries after having hot pot, but should pay attention to moderate consumption.

  Hot pot is usually greasy and spicy, which may cause symptoms such as oral ulcers and heatiness. Bayberries are warm in nature, with a sweet and sour taste, and have functions of promoting the production of saliva to relieve thirst, invigorating the spleen, and stimulating the appetite. Eating bayberries in moderation can help alleviate discomfort caused by hot pot and aid digestion. In daily life, consuming more fresh vegetables and fruits and ensuring adequate water intake can help maintain good health.

  If an individual has a weak gastrointestinal function and consumes large amounts of spicy and greasy ingredients while eating hot pot, eating bayberries at this time may加重 the gastrointestinal burden, leading to indigestion, diarrhea, and other uncomfortable symptoms. Additionally, excessive consumption of bayberries might also irritate the gastrointestinal tract and cause discomfort. It is recommended to consume bayberries in moderation and avoid excessive intake.

  It is advisable to maintain the principle of moderate consumption both when eating hot pot and bayberries, and to pay attention to your body's reactions. In daily diet, it is recommended to maintain a balanced dietary structure and diversify food intake, which helps sustain good health.