Does eating too much dragon fruit cause internal heat?

Eating excessive amount of dragon fruit generally does not cause heatiness (a term in traditional Chinese medicine referring to an internal heat condition). Dragon fruit is a cool-natured fruit. It contains large amounts of vitamins, dietary fiber, and various minerals. Moderate consumption not only avoids causing heatiness, but may actually help alleviate symptoms associated with heatiness, such as mouth ulcers, swollen and painful gums, and constipation. The cool nature of dragon fruit makes it a food that can help reduce internal heat. However, due to its cooling properties, excessive consumption of dragon fruit may cause physical discomfort such as diarrhea and abdominal pain. Individuals with weak constitutions or weak spleen and stomach functions should be especially cautious and should consume it in moderation. Although eating large quantities of dragon fruit does not lead to heatiness, it is still advisable to control intake in order to maintain overall health and bodily balance.