It's the season for satsumas. They are small and sweet, and you can easily eat more than twenty at once. Is eating so many likely to cause "internal heat"? How many should be considered an appropriate amount?
Experts believe that oranges are "warm" in nature, and eating too many can easily lead to "internal heat," causing symptoms like canker sores, dry mouth, a sore throat, and constipation. However, this also depends on an individual's constitution. People with a "heat" constitution might experience "internal heat" after just two or three, while those with a "cold" constitution might be fine eating a few more. Satsumas have a sweet, honey-like flavor and are rich in nutrients like sugar and vitamins. From a nutritional standpoint, however, their high sugar content means portion control is necessary. Generally, adults should not eat more than 10 per day, and diabetics should consume them with caution.