Kelp should not be consumed with licorice, coix seed, grapes, pig blood, persimmons, white wine, tea, and other foods.
1. Kelp and licorice cannot be eaten together. There is an old saying in traditional Chinese medicine, "Certain herbs are incompatible with one another," meaning there are counteracting effects between some Chinese herbal medicines. Although kelp and licorice are not exactly the same, they share similar components. Consuming them together may cause gastrointestinal discomfort and, in rare cases, toxic reactions.
2. Kelp and coix seed should also not be eaten together. Coix seed has the effect of promoting blood circulation to remove blood stasis, while certain components in kelp may react with it, increasing the risk of blood stasis.
3. It is also inappropriate to eat kelp with grapes. Grapes are rich in tannic acid, which affects the absorption of calcium and iron. Kelp is rich in these minerals. Consuming them together not only reduces nutrient absorption but may also cause digestive discomfort.
4. Eating kelp with pig blood may cause constipation. Pig blood is high in iron and protein, but when combined with certain components in kelp, it forms indigestible substances, leading to constipation.
5. Be cautious when eating kelp with persimmons, white wine, tea, and other foods. Tea and persimmons contain a large amount of tannic acid and are cold in nature. Consuming them with kelp may cause gastrointestinal discomfort. White wine itself is highly irritating. Eating it with kelp, especially for those with spleen and stomach weakness, is more likely to cause digestive issues.
Kelp is a very nutritious seafood rich in gelatin, dietary fiber, and large amounts of water. It also contains abundant potassium and taurine. Its lubricating bowel and alleviating constipation effects are excellent. Taurine helps with brain health, and potassium and dietary fiber have good health benefits for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases and eye strain. However, kelp is high in iodine, which has a salty and cold nature. It should not be consumed in large quantities in daily life, especially when combined with the aforementioned foods.
When eating kelp, pay attention to moderation and combine it with reasonable foods to fully exert its nutritional value while avoiding unnecessary health risks. We hope that everyone enjoys delicious food while also paying attention to the scientific combination of their diet.
