Bayberry is rich in nutrition and can aid in digestion and cancer prevention, making it irreplaceable by other fruits. Friends who love bayberries should also be aware of the precautions to take when eating them to avoid negative effects on their health. Here, we have summarized the effects and functions of bayberries and the precautions for consumption. Come and learn more about it.
What are the effects of bayberry
Relieves summer heat and promotes fluid production. Fresh bayberries can generate fluids and quench thirst, making them an excellent remedy for summer heat. In some places in Jiangnan, there is a practice of steeping bayberries in liquor, commonly known as "Shaojiu Bayberry," which is brightly colored and most aromatic. It has the effects of stimulating appetite, dispelling summer heat, aiding digestion, and stopping diarrhea. After washing fresh bayberries and letting them air dry naturally, use a ratio of 0.5 kg of bayberries to 2 to 2.5 kg of high-proof liquor to soak them for about 20 days before sealing. Drinking bayberry wine in the summer can quench thirst, relieve heat, and also stop diarrhea.
Anti-cancer. Bayberry contains various organic acids and is rich in vitamin C. It not only directly participates in the body's sugar metabolism and oxidation-reduction processes, enhancing the permeability of capillaries, but also has the effect of lowering blood lipids and preventing the formation of cancer cells in the body.
Astringent, anti-inflammatory, and stops diarrhea. Bayberry has a sour and astringent nature and possesses astringent and anti-inflammatory properties. In addition, its inhibitory effect on bacteria such as *Escherichia coli* and *Shigella dysenteriae* makes it effective for treating dysentery and abdominal pain, and is particularly beneficial for those with persistent diarrhea.
Prevents persistent diarrhea. Bayberry has an inhibitory effect on bacteria such as *Escherichia coli* and *Shigella dysenteriae*, can treat dysentery and abdominal pain, and is effective for those with persistent diarrhea.
Rich in nutritional value. The flesh of high-quality bayberries contains 12%-13% sugar and 0.5%-1.1% acid. It is rich in dietary fiber, mineral elements, vitamins, and a certain amount of protein, fat, pectin, and 8 amino acids beneficial to the human body. The calcium, phosphorus, and iron content in its fruit is more than 10 times higher than in other fruits.
So, what must you pay attention to when eating bayberries?
Precautions for eating bayberry
Bayberries and cucumbers cannot be eaten together. Bayberries are rich in vitamin C, while cucumbers contain vitamin C decomposing enzymes. If consumed at the same time, the vitamin C in the bayberries will be destroyed, losing its original nutritional value.
It is recommended not to eat bayberries in excess daily. The aftereffect of bayberry's sourness is strong; your stomach may not feel the sourness yet, but it has already been overwhelmed by it.
Soak in salt water for 5 minutes before eating. It is best to soak bayberries in salt water before eating to avoid causing diarrhea instead of stopping it. This is because bayberries have no peel and are picked by hand, so they have a lot of dust and bacteria on them, which can easily cause stomach discomfort after consumption. Therefore, it is best to soak bayberries in salt water for 5 to 10 minutes before eating, then drain the water. This一方面可以洗掉一些脏东西,另外还可使杨梅的风味更佳.
Patients with hemoptysis cannot eat bayberries. Bayberry is warm in nature and can easily generate heat and exacerbate hemoptysis. The *Ben Jing Feng Yuan* points out: "Those with excessive heat in the blood should not eat too much, for fear of stirring the blood in the meridians and causing nosebleeds." The *Sui Xi Ju Yin Shi Pu* also believes: "Excessive consumption can stir the blood."
The sourness of bayberries is also reflected in the feeling of soft and weak teeth after eating, which can damage the teeth. At this time, you should rinse your mouth and brush your teeth immediately to avoid biting hard things.
Rotten bayberries cannot be eaten. Bayberries that have grown hair, turned black, or become rotten must not be eaten, as they are very likely to cause diarrhea. Some people experience toothache after eating too many bayberries. In general, no treatment is needed. Chewing tea leaves after eating bayberries can alleviate the toothache.
Through the above introduction, I hope it can help you eat bayberries in a healthier way.