Can I eat persimmons if I have a skin allergy?
Disease description:
My child had an allergic reaction after eating shrimp today. We have many persimmons at home. I would like to ask the doctor if it is okay for someone with an allergy to eat persimmons?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Liu Wenmin
Persimmons themselves do not contain allergenic substances. Whether they are suitable for patients with skin allergies depends mainly on the individual's allergic reaction to persimmons and the effects of certain components in persimmons on the individual. Before consuming persimmons, patients with skin allergies should determine whether they are allergic to persimmons and their components. Persimmons contain tannic acid, a natural polyphenolic compound that has certain antioxidant properties.
Most people can consume persimmons in moderate amounts without experiencing allergic reactions. However, for some individuals with allergic constitutions, especially those sensitive to tannic acid, excessive consumption of persimmons may cause discomfort in the mouth, throat, and other areas, and may even worsen symptoms of skin allergies. Additionally, the ripeness of persimmons also affects their safety for consumption. Unripe persimmons have higher levels of tannic acid and are more likely to cause discomfort, while fully ripe persimmons have relatively lower levels of tannic acid and are safer to eat.
Therefore, as long as patients are not allergic to persimmons and consume them in moderation while avoiding eating them on an empty stomach, patients with skin allergies can eat persimmons.
