What should buckwheat not be eaten with?
Disease description:
Eating some whole grains has significant health benefits, and buckwheat is an excellent choice. However, there are also dietary precautions to consider with buckwheat. So, what foods should not be consumed with buckwheat?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
Buckwheat is not recommended to be consumed with the following foods:
1. Avoid consuming large amounts of high-calcium foods at the same time: Buckwheat contains a certain amount of oxalic acid, which may combine with calcium to form calcium oxalate when consumed in large quantities, making it difficult for the body to absorb calcium. Therefore, when consuming buckwheat, it is advisable to moderate the intake of high-calcium foods to avoid impairing calcium absorption.
2. Use caution when pairing with iron-rich foods: The phytic acid in buckwheat may interfere with iron absorption, especially the absorption of non-heme iron. Therefore, when combining buckwheat with iron-rich foods, care should be taken not to consume excessive amounts simultaneously, to avoid reducing the bioavailability of iron.
3. Not suitable to be eaten with foods rich in tannic acid: Tannic acid can combine with proteins to form indigestible complexes, which may affect the normal function of the digestive system. Consuming large amounts of buckwheat together with tannic acid-rich foods may increase the burden on the gastrointestinal tract and cause discomfort.
If any discomfort occurs, seek medical attention promptly.
