Patient's question:
I have an itchy lower body, and my underwear is always yellow. What's going on? Can pregnant women eat persimmons?Doctor's answer:
Persimmon, rich in juice and sweet in taste, is an affordable and delicious fruit. In every 100 grams of persimmon, there are 20 grams of sugar, 0.7 grams of protein, 0.1 grams of fat, and 49.7 milligrams of iodine. It is also rich in various vitamins and minerals such as potassium, iron, calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus, with mineral content exceeding that of apples, pears, peaches, and other fruits. Persimmons are cold in nature and have the effects of clearing heat, moistening the lungs, generating fluids, quenching thirst, suppressing coughs, and expelling phlegm. They are suitable for treating conditions such as high blood pressure, chronic bronchitis, arteriosclerosis, piles with blood in the stool, and constipation. Their nutritional and medicinal value make them suitable for pregnant women to consume in moderation. Especially for pregnant women with gestational hypertension, it can be a "two-for-one" choice. The stem and leaves of persimmons are both used in traditional Chinese medicine. The stem can reduce inverted Qi, stop nausea, and treat hiccups and belching. The leaves have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects, as well as blood-stopping and blood-pressure-lowering properties, making them a commonly used folk herbal remedy.Although persimmons have excellent nutritional and medicinal benefits, they also have drawbacks. Persimmons have an astringent taste, and eating too many can cause a bitter mouth and numb tongue, with strong astringent effects that may lead to dry stools. When exposed to acid, they can coagulate into clumps and form precipitates when combined with protein. Therefore, it is best to eat persimmons in moderation, with one per meal being ideal.