Why Do Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners Advise Against Eating Pigeons?
The belief that pigeons should not be eaten is often based on personal conditions such as spleen and stomach weakness, cold constitution, yin deficiency with excessive yang, allergies, and other reasons. Specific conditions should be consulted with a doctor in the hospital for a clearer understanding.
Spleen and Stomach Weakness: Pigeons have high nutritional value. People with spleen and stomach weakness usually have a diet that is light and easy to digest. Eating pigeons during this period may irritate the gastrointestinal tract, leading to worsening of the disease and adverse effects on health.
Cold Constitution: Pigeons are considered highly nourishing foods. People with a cold constitution are inherently weaker. Eating pigeons may exacerbate symptoms, causing畏寒 (fear of cold), cold limbs, and other symptoms, which is detrimental to the treatment of the disease.
Yin Deficiency with Excessive Yang: Pigeons contain various nutrients. Those with yin deficiency and excessive yang may exacerbate their internal heat if they consume too many pigeons, which is detrimental to the treatment of the disease.
Allergies: If one is allergic to pigeons, it is generally not recommended to eat them, as it may trigger allergic reactions such as rashes, itching, chest tightness, and other symptoms, which are detrimental to health.
Additionally, pigeons are forbidden for obese individuals. Pigeons contain a large amount of nutrients. After eating, obese individuals may find it difficult to consume the energy, leading to the accumulation of fat in the body, exacerbating obesity, and even inducing hyperlipidemia. To avoid abnormal conditions, one should maintain a healthy diet and develop good lifestyle habits.
