What should oats not be eaten with?
Disease description:
Recently, I have been exercising and also trying to control my weight. I heard that eating oats can help with weight control, so I bought quite a bit of oats. I really like to ask questions; what foods should not be eaten with oats?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
The following are some foods that may interact with oats or are not suitable to be consumed together:
1. Spinach: Spinach contains high levels of oxalic acid, while oats are rich in calcium. When consumed together, oxalic acid can combine with calcium to form calcium oxalate, which not only affects calcium absorption but may also increase the risk of kidney stone formation.
2. Oranges: The citric acid in citrus fruits like oranges may react with components in oats, leading to indigestion and symptoms such as nausea and abdominal pain.
3. Coffee: The caffeine in coffee may interfere with the absorption of nutrients in oats, especially when coffee is consumed immediately after eating oats, which can diminish the nutritional value of the oats.
4. Sweet potatoes, crabs, and persimmons: These foods may also lead to poor nutrient absorption or digestive discomfort when consumed with oats due to their respective compositional characteristics.
5. Medications: Oats are rich in beta-glucan, a component that can increase satiety and help control blood sugar and cholesterol levels. However, it may also affect the absorption and effectiveness of certain medications.
Additionally, individuals with gluten allergies should avoid consuming oats to prevent allergic reactions.
