What should broad beans not be eaten with?
Disease description:
I usually like to eat broad beans very much, snacking on them and also using them as a dish. It's said that they are highly nutritious. However, it's also mentioned that broad beans shouldn't be eaten too often or in a monotonous way. I would like to ask, what should not be eaten together with broad beans?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
Fava beans are generally not recommended to be consumed with foods such as durian, sea snail, or lamb liver. Durian is a heaty fruit, and consuming it with fava beans may cause excessive internal heat in the liver. Eating sea snail together with fava beans may irritate the digestive system, leading to abdominal bloating and diarrhea. The absorption of vitamins in lamb liver may also be affected by the dietary fiber present in fava beans.
Consumption of fava beans with dairy products should also be approached cautiously. The calcium in dairy products may combine with oxalic acid in fava beans to form calcium oxalate, a substance that is difficult to dissolve, potentially affecting calcium absorption and even leading to the formation of stones. Additionally, consuming fava beans with honey may cause gastrointestinal discomfort, such as diarrhea.
When consuming fava beans, it is advisable to eat them in moderation according to individual circumstances and pay attention to your body's reactions. If any discomfort occurs, seek medical attention promptly.
