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Recently, a topic #doctors remind that hawthorn and chestnuts should not be eaten together# has become a hot search topic. It is reported that a netizen was diagnosed with gastritis and gastric stones after eating hawthorn and chestnuts at the same time. So, will eating hawthorn and chestnuts together cause gastric stones? Can we still enjoy hawthorn and chestnuts without worry?

There is no evidence that eating hawthorn and chestnut together will cause gastric stones in healthy people , so there is no need to worry too much. Friends who like hawthorn and chestnut can eat them without worrying, but they should control the amount of food they eat and avoid taking a large amount at one time.

01What is gastric stone ?

Gastric bezoars are stone-like masses formed in the stomach after eating certain substances. These masses can neither be digested nor pass smoothly through the pylorus, causing them to stay in the stomach for a longer time and gradually form stones under the action of gastric acid.

① Plant-based gastric stones : This is the most common type of gastric stone, mainly composed of various undigested plant components, including tannic acid, cellulose, pectin, gelatin, etc. Among them, persimmon stones (including persimmon cakes) and hawthorn stones are the most common plant-based stones.

② Hair stones : composed of hair, and may also be mixed with wool yarn and animal hair, etc., and are more common in people who have the habit of swallowing hair.

③ Drug-induced gastric stones : formed by long-term use of inorganic chemical drugs containing calcium, bismuth, etc. or antacids (such as aluminum hydroxide gel, calcium phosphate), etc. These drugs can precipitate in the stomach, or form small clumps under the action of gastric acid and aggregate with food residues to form gastric stones.

④Mixed gastric stones : gastric stones formed by a mixture of multiple components.

02 What are the conditions that may cause gastric stones?

The formation of gastric stones requires two important conditions: one is the presence of indigestible substances, and the other is that these substances remain in the stomach for too long.

Because of this characteristic, some specific groups of people are prone to gastric stones after meeting these two conditions. According to current research data, gastric stones are more likely to occur in the elderly and diabetic patients. For them, the probability of gastric stones is significantly higher than that of other groups. In addition, people who have suffered from stomach diseases such as peptic ulcers also need to pay special attention to preventing the formation of gastric stones.

People with poor gastric function : The formation of gastric stones in adults is related to the complex changes in the gastric environment. Peptic ulcer, chronic gastritis, Crohn's disease, tumors, gastrointestinal dehydration, etc. are all high-risk factors for gastric stones.

Diabetic patients : The stomach emptying of diabetic patients is usually slower and they are relatively prone to forming gastric stones.

Elderly people : Special emphasis should be placed on the fact that the elderly have reduced gastrointestinal function, and have more underlying diseases such as cardiovascular, cerebrovascular, endocrine, and nervous systems. They also undergo more abdominal surgeries than young people, and are more likely to develop gastric stones.

In general, people with poor stomach function (such as those after gastric surgery, gastritis, gastric ulcer, etc.) may develop gastric stones if they eat food that is difficult to digest .

03 Can hawthorn and chestnut cause gastric stones?

Hawthorn contains tannic acid , and chestnuts contain a lot of dietary fiber and starch . These two ingredients together may increase the risk of gastric stones.

In effect, this leads to a reversal of cause and effect.

Hawthorn contains a component called tannic acid, while chestnuts are extremely rich in dietary fiber. When these two foods meet under the action of stomach acid, tannic acid will tightly bind to protein to form a water-insoluble precipitate. Pectin and gum will also coagulate in an acidic environment, and they will tightly adhere to the peel, fiber and food residues, eventually forming a substance we call "gastric stone".

For most healthy people, hawthorn and chestnut will not cause any problems. However, for those with poor gastrointestinal function, gastric stones may form, so you need to pay attention.

Did you know that not all hawthorns contain a lot of tannic acid? In fact, when you buy hawthorns from regular channels and have been professionally de-astringented, the tannic acid content is actually very low . This is due to a unique property of tannic acid: once the content is too high, the hawthorn tastes extremely astringent and even difficult to swallow. I believe no one would want to taste such hawthorns!

04 How to reduce the risk of consumption

Eat in moderation: It is safe to eat hawthorn or chestnut alone, but when eating them together, you should control the amount and avoid consuming large amounts.

People who should pay attention: People with excessive stomach acid or a history of stomach stones should be more cautious when eating these two foods.

Balanced diet: The diet should be diversified. Do not consume a single food in large quantities for a long time. Maintaining a balanced diet is an important factor in preventing gastric stones.

Keep in mind the health principle: Different physical conditions have different absorption and tolerance of food. Although hawthorn and chestnut each have many benefits, you should pay attention to the amount when eating them, and if you have symptoms of stomach discomfort, seek medical attention in time and follow the doctor's advice.

In general, it is safe to eat hawthorn and chestnut in moderation , but eating them in large quantities or for a long time may increase the risk of gastric stones. Eating a balanced diet and consuming a variety of foods in moderation is the best way to stay healthy. If you are worried about the effects of eating them on your body, it is recommended to consult a doctor.