Is Geoduck Shrimp a Type of Food That Triggers Allergies or Illnesses?

It is recommended to consume shrimp in moderation. Food that can provoke or exacerbate conditions, such as sores, carbuncles, urticaria, scabies, cough, and asthma, is referred to as "fawu" in Chinese traditional medicine. According to Chinese medicine, fawu is classified into several types, including wind-provoking, heat-provoking, dampness-promoting, and disease-aggravating, which typically have effects such as raising yang qi, assisting heat generation, promoting blood disorder, consuming qi and injuring yin, and accumulating dampness and retaining pathogenic factors. Consumption of these foods by certain individuals may lead to exacerbation of their conditions or induction of disease onset. Common examples include shrimp, crab, mutton, and dog meat. Since shrimp is a type of shrimp, it can be classified as fawu. From the perspective of modern medicine, the heterologous proteins in shrimp can serve as allergens. Individuals allergic to such foods may experience allergic reactions after consumption, leading to the onset of allergic diseases. Additionally, shrimp contains high levels of purine, which can induce gout attacks in gout patients. Therefore, shrimp is considered a type of fawu. However, shrimp is nutritionally rich, containing protein, calcium, potassium, and other nutrients. When consumed in moderation, it can supplement various nutrients without causing significant discomfort to most people. Yet, those with allergic tendencies and gout patients should exercise caution to avoid inducing or exacerbating their conditions.