Malabar spinach is a 'summer elixir' but not everyone can eat it well.
Malabar spinach is rich in nutrients and is used to cool the body and detoxify, but some people should avoid eating Malabar spinach to protect their health.
According to Doctor Do Minh Tuan, Professional Director of Do Minh Duong Traditional Medicine Clinic (Hanoi), Malabar spinach has a cooling effect and helps to clear heat, especially during hot summer days. When the body is hot, eating Malabar spinach helps to cool the body, reduce mouth ulcers, acne and inflammation related to the liver.
In Oriental medicine, Malabar spinach has a cooling effect, helps clear heat, detoxify the liver, cool the body, reduce mouth heat and acne. This vegetable is also rich in fiber, good for digestion, helps clean the intestines, reduces constipation and bloating.
The abundant vitamin C content in Malabar spinach helps strengthen the immune system, beautify the skin, and prevent aging. In addition, Malabar spinach contains a lot of potassium, helps regulate blood pressure, stabilizes heart rate, and is good for the cardiovascular system. With low calories, rich in water and fiber, Malabar spinach is also an ideal choice for those who want to lose weight and stay in shape.
Physician Do Minh Tuan said that although Malabar spinach has many health benefits, not everyone is suitable for this vegetable. The following groups of people should be careful when using Malabar spinach:
Pregnant women
Women in the first 3 months of pregnancy should not eat Malabar spinach. Malabar spinach causes uterine contractions, which can lead to miscarriage or other problems during pregnancy. Therefore, pregnant women should avoid eating Malabar spinach during this time to ensure the safety of the fetus.
People with diarrhea or cold constitution
Malabar spinach is cool in nature, eating too much can make diarrhea or bloating worse, especially for people with cold constitution. If you have diarrhea, you should limit your intake of Malabar spinach to avoid making the condition worse.
People with low blood pressure
With the effect of dilating blood vessels and reducing blood pressure, people with low blood pressure should be careful when eating Malabar spinach. Eating too much Malabar spinach can cause blood pressure to drop too much, causing dizziness, fatigue and other health problems.
People with kidney problems
Malabar spinach has a very strong heat-clearing and detoxifying effect. If the body cannot process it in time, it will increase the burden on the kidneys, especially for people with chronic kidney disease. Therefore, people with kidney disease should limit their consumption of Malabar spinach.
Although Malabar spinach is a healthy food, using it properly will bring maximum effectiveness. You should eat Malabar spinach properly and not overuse it, especially for people with underlying medical conditions. Choose a variety of foods that are suitable for each person's body to protect your health.
