This is a flavorful article. Durian is definitely a fruit that people either love or hate! Those who love durian will think about it day and night, while those who hate it will stay far away from it. Traditional Chinese medicine considers it to be "hot" and "stagnant," meaning one should not eat too much at once, as it can easily lead to internal "heat." Its rich nutrients can also cause "internal heat" because the digestive system cannot fully absorb them. However, for people with a "cold" constitution, eating durian can be just right, as it is believed to "yang-tonifying" and "fire-aiding." It can also be used as a nourishing food for those who are weak and "cold" after childbirth.
Durian is most famous in Thailand and is hailed as the "King of Fruits." Its smell is intense; lovers praise its fragrance, while haters complain about its stench. Durian comes in varieties like Monthong, Chanee, and Krathum, with Monthong being the best quality and most expensive, named for its abundant flesh, soft and long-lasting texture, and pillow-like shape. For those who love durian, do you know about the dietary taboos associated with it?
Durian Consumption Taboos:
1. Durian should not be eaten with liquor. Both are considered "heaty" foods. For people with diabetes, consuming both can lead to blood vessel blockage, and in severe cases, burst blood vessels and stroke. Therefore, caution is advised. Even healthy individuals should avoid eating them together. There have been multiple cases of death from consuming durian and liquor together, so this point must be taken with extreme caution.
2. People with cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases should not eat durian, as it can cause blood vessel blockage, and in severe cases, burst blood vessels and stroke. It is not recommended for consumption.
3. Patients with kidney disease and heart disease should also avoid durian because it contains a high amount of potassium.
4. Additionally, patients with skin diseases, as well as those with laryngitis, asthma, and bronchitis, should not eat durian, as it can worsen their condition.
5. Individuals with a "heaty" constitution, a sore throat, cough, a cold, a "yin-deficient" constitution, or sensitive bronchial tubes should avoid eating durian, as it can worsen their condition and is not beneficial to the body.
Durian is best eaten with mangosteen. The flesh of durian contains "heat," and eating a little too much can cause nosebleeds. The way to avoid this is to eat mangosteen, as it can clear heat and reduce "fire." It is worth noting that while eating durian and mangosteen together can prevent "internal heat," it might cause constipation. This is because both fruits are rich in fiber, which absorbs water and expands in the digestive tract. Consuming too much can block the intestines and lead to constipation. Furthermore, both durian and mangosteen are high in sugar and potassium, making them unsuitable for patients with diabetes, kidney disease, or heart disease.