Can people with gastric ulcers eat persimmons?

Patients with gastric ulcers should not eat persimmons. Gastric ulcer is a common digestive system disease, primarily characterized by damage to the stomach mucosa resulting in ulcer formation. Persimmons are rich in vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber, which are beneficial to health. However, unripe persimmons contain high levels of tannic acid, which has a strong astringent effect and may combine with proteins in the stomach to form indigestible precipitates, increasing the burden on the stomach. Persimmons are also categorized as a cold-natured food, and their consumption can easily cause gastric chilliness, possibly worsening symptoms such as stomach pain and bloating. Furthermore, certain components in persimmons may form stones when consumed on an empty stomach, which could exacerbate the condition of gastric ulcers.

The diet of patients with gastric ulcers should be light and easily digestible, avoiding excessively cold, hot, acidic, sweet, salty, greasy, or spicy and irritating foods. Patients with gastric ulcers should also maintain healthy lifestyle and eating habits, such as eating meals at regular times and in appropriate quantities, avoiding overeating, quitting smoking and alcohol, ensuring adequate sleep, and engaging in moderate exercise.