What should cheese not be eaten with?
Disease description:
I know dairy cheese is highly nutritious, but as a foodie, I think I still shouldn't eat it indiscriminately. I'd like to ask, what should not be consumed together with cheese?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
Recommendations on foods not to consume with cheese:
1. High-tannin foods: such as drinking large amounts of tea or coffee, or consuming large quantities of fruits high in tannins, such as persimmons and pomegranates. Tannins can combine with proteins in cheese to form indigestible complexes, which may cause indigestion, stomach discomfort, or other issues.
2. Medications: Cheese contains tyramine, and excessive intake may interact with blood pressure-lowering medications, leading to increased blood pressure and symptoms such as headaches and nausea. Therefore, individuals taking such medications should avoid consuming large amounts of cheese.
3. High-fiber foods: Although high-fiber foods are beneficial for health, excessive fiber intake together with cheese may increase the gastrointestinal burden and affect the absorption of nutrients. For example, when consuming large amounts of whole wheat bread, nuts, or seeds, cheese intake should be appropriately controlled.
4. Foods containing phytic acid: When consumed with cheese, phytic acid in foods such as rice may bind with calcium in the cheese to form insoluble compounds, affecting calcium absorption in the body.
