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"You can't eat any more, it will be a big problem if you eat again!"
The doctor's voice echoed through the room. Zhao Degang's heart suddenly rose to his throat, he never thought that an ordinary meeting trip would cause such a big wave.
Zhao Degang is the CEO of a state-owned enterprise who has been working for many years, and he is busy on weekdays and has little time to care about his health. That day, he had just arrived in Hangzhou to attend an important business meeting, and after checking into the hotel, he felt some discomfort in his abdomen.
He thought it was due to the fatigue of the journey, and he didn't pay much attention to it. When I woke up the next morning, the situation not only did not improve, but worsened. In desperation, he had no choice but to call the hotel doctor, who advised him to go to the hospital immediately for a detailed examination.
In the hospital, Zhao Degang nervously awaited the results of the examination. The doctor looked at the report and frowned:
"Mr. Zhao, you have a serious intestinal problem, we have found multiple polyps, several of which have signs of malignant transformation and need to be surgically removed immediately."
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Zhao Degang was confused when he heard it, polyps? Canceration? Surgery? The words swirled back and forth in his mind, but what he cared about most was, "Doctor, what the hell is going on?" ”
The doctor sighed and began to explain in detail: "Mr. Zhao, your condition is caused by long-term consumption of large amounts of garlic. Although garlic has the effect of sterilizing and lowering blood pressure, it should not be consumed in excess. Especially for people like you, who have to eat a head of garlic every day, in the long run, it will be very irritating to the stomach. ”
Zhao Degang was stunned for a moment, he usually loves garlic very much, and he can't do without almost every meal. I didn't expect this seemingly healthy habit to bring such a big trouble.
The doctor continued: "Although garlic is good, the allicin contained in it has a strong stimulating effect on the stomach and intestines, and long-term excessive consumption can easily cause damage to the gastrointestinal mucosa, which in turn leads to the formation of polyps. Studies have shown that allicin has a toxic effect on cells at a certain concentration, especially on the epithelial cells of the gastrointestinal tract. ”
Zhao Degang was shocked when he heard this, and began to recall his eating habits over the years. The doctor saw his suspicions and went on to talk about a few specific cases.
"A few years ago, I also met a patient in a similar situation to you, named Liu Wei. He is also very fond of garlic, and he can't do without every meal, and as a result, multiple gastrointestinal polyps were found during a physical examination. After the surgery, we performed a pathological analysis and found that most of these polyps were caused by long-term stimulation of allicin. For another example, a patient not long ago, Ms. Zhang, ate raw garlic all year round to maintain her health, but as a result, her stomach pain did not stop, and she was finally diagnosed with gastritis and multiple polyps. ”
These real cases made Zhao Degang even more nervous, and he couldn't help asking, "Then can I still eat garlic in the future?" ”
The doctor smiled and comforted: "It's not that you can't eat it, but you have to control the amount." Garlic in moderate amounts is good for health, boosting immunity, antioxidants, and antibacterial. However, eating more than one head of raw garlic every day will cause a lot of burden on the stomach. Eating properly is the key to staying healthy. ”
Zhao Degang was convinced, and he understood that the seemingly harmless eating habits on weekdays would become a health killer once they were overdosed. The surgery was scheduled a few days later, and Zhao Degang, on the advice of his doctor, began to adjust his diet, reducing his garlic intake and increasing his intake of other fruits and vegetables, and began to try a more balanced diet.
The operation went well, and Zhao Degang recuperated in the hospital for a few days, and his body gradually recovered. Under the advice of his doctor, he began to pay attention to health management, regular physical examinations every year, maintain a moderate amount of exercise, and strictly control the intake of garlic. He also consulted with a dietitian to develop a scientific diet plan that includes a variety of vegetables, protein-rich foods, and moderate amounts of nuts and seeds to ensure a comprehensive and balanced nutrition.
In the past few years, Zhao Degang's health has improved significantly, and there are no serious gastrointestinal problems. At gatherings with friends, he also stopped eating garlic and opted for a healthier diet. He also actively promotes the importance of a rational diet to those around him, reminding everyone not to ignore the health effects of daily diet.
This experience made Zhao Degang deeply realize that the impact of eating habits on health is subtle, and only by maintaining the right amount and balance can we truly have a healthy body. As the doctor said, garlic is good, but you can't be greedy, and moderate amounts are the way to health.
Finally, an extended question: why is garlic considered a health food in some cases but a health problem in others?
Garlic is considered a health food due to its rich nutrients and multiple health functions. The allicin in garlic has a variety of effects such as antibacterial, antiviral, blood pressure, and blood lipids, and is beneficial to human health when consumed in moderation.
However, allicin is also a double-edged sword. Excessive intake of allicin can cause strong irritation of the gastrointestinal tract, damage the gastrointestinal mucosa, and increase the risk of gastrointestinal diseases. Raw garlic, in particular, is more irritating, and long-term excessive consumption can easily lead to gastrointestinal discomfort, inflammation and polyp formation.
Therefore, the health benefits and potential risks of garlic lie in the balance of intake and modality.
Eating garlic in moderation, especially by cooking to reduce its irritation, can effectively take advantage of garlic's health benefits. Excessive or improper consumption can be counterproductive and pose health risks. As emphasized in TCM, "medicine and food are of the same origin", and all food and medicine must be used in moderation and individualized in order to truly exert their benefits.
In the process of gradually recovering his health, Zhao Degang deeply understood the impact of diet on the body.
He has become more health-conscious and no longer uses work as an excuse to ignore his physical condition. He often attends health talks to learn how to better manage his health.
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