1. For those with a weak and cold spleen and stomach, it is not advisable to eat raw chestnuts; they should be baked or roasted. Alternatively, you can make a porridge with chestnuts, jujubes, Poria cocos, and rice.
2. For individuals suffering from blood-related disorders, such as hematemesis or hematochezia, it is recommended to eat raw chestnuts.
3. Postpartum women and children with constipation should not consume too many chestnuts.
4. Because they contain a high amount of carbohydrates, diabetics should eat chestnuts in moderation.
5. Whether eaten raw, roasted, or baked, chestnuts must be chewed slowly, and the saliva should be swallowed along with them to achieve a better nourishing effect.
Additionally, some readers believe that adding sugar can prevent chestnuts from bursting during roasting. In fact, the sand used when roasting chestnuts is to ensure even heating and prevent bursting. I have personally eaten roasted chestnuts without sugar, and they did not burst either.
Therefore, overall, the disadvantages of adding sugar to roasted chestnuts may outweigh the advantages. So, roasting chestnuts with sugar—the disadvantages outweigh the advantages. It's better to roast chestnuts without sugar!