What should Yacon not be consumed with?
Disease description:
I especially love to eat yacon during summer, but my friend told me that this kind of food should not be consumed in large quantities, as it may harm the body. I would like to ask, what should not be eaten together with yacon?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
Yacon should not be consumed with the following foods:
1. High-calcium foods: Yacon contains relatively high levels of oxalic acid, which can combine with calcium to form insoluble calcium oxalate. This may affect calcium absorption and even increase the risk of kidney stones. If both types of food need to be consumed, it is best to separate them by a certain period of time to reduce mutual interference.
2. Cold-natured foods: As a cold-natured fruit, yacon may irritate the gastrointestinal tract when consumed together with other cold-natured foods, affecting gastrointestinal function and potentially causing gastrointestinal discomfort, such as abdominal pain and diarrhea.
3. Iron-containing foods: The phytic acid and tannic acid present in yacon may interfere with iron absorption, especially non-heme iron. Therefore, when consuming iron-rich foods such as spinach, red meat, and legumes, it is advisable to avoid consuming yacon at the same time to prevent reduced bioavailability of iron.
Proper food combinations can better enhance the nutritional value of yacon while avoiding unnecessary health risks. If you have any questions or experience discomfort, consult a healthcare professional promptly.
