Durian is delicious and has many benefits, but why shouldn't you eat too much?

Specialist Doctor 2 Huynh Tan Vu, lecturer of the Faculty of Traditional Medicine, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Ho Chi Minh City, said that durian contains vitamins such as vitamin C, folic acid, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, B6 and vitamin A. Important minerals such as potassium, iron, calcium, magnesium, sodium, zinc, phosphorus are also found in durian.

Durian has many health benefits including:

Reduces anemia and supports healthy pregnancy : Durian contains high amounts of folate or folic acid, which is essential in the production of hemoglobin. Moreover, the presence of folate in durian is important for pregnant women as it promotes regular tissue growth, protecting the brain and spine of the developing fetus.

Maintain healthy bones : Durian contains several trace metals including calcium and potassium. Although the amount of calcium in durian is very low, the amount of potassium in durian still meets about 9% of the body's daily needs.

Durian contains many vitamins and minerals.

Improves sleep : Durian contains amino acids called tryptophan - a natural sleep-inducing compound. Tryptophan is needed to increase serotonin and melatonin levels. Serotonin is essential for reducing stress, insomnia, anxiety, cravings, and depression. In addition, these hormones also help control sleep function and can be used in the treatment of epilepsy.

Cancer Prevention : Durian is rich in vitamins, nutrients and organic chemicals that have antioxidant functions. All antioxidants that reduce oxidative stress on the body's organs are immune system boosters and durian is loaded with antioxidants, including vitamin-C, vitamin-B complex and vitamin E, as well as phytonutrients that fight cancer cells.

Aids digestion : Durian contains high levels of fiber, which is important for the functioning of the digestive system. Most of the fiber in durian is insoluble fiber, which also reduces the frequency of diarrhea in people with loose stools.

Anti-aging : Durian has many antioxidant properties thanks to its vitamin content and organic chemical components that actively reduce the amount of free radicals in the body. This helps reduce the risk of premature aging and delay the appearance of symptoms such as wrinkles, age spots, macular degeneration, hair loss, loose teeth, arthritis, cancer and heart disease.

The harmful effects of eating too much durian

According to Dr. Vu, although durian has many benefits, eating too much durian will cause some side effects, harmful to health.

Digestive problems: Since durian contains a high amount of fiber, it can cause diarrhea, stomach ache and bloating.

Allergic reactions: Some people may be allergic to durian. When consumed in excess, they may experience hives, vomiting, or a runny nose.

Sore throat: Durian is known to be a hot food. Eating too much can cause your throat to become dry and hoarse.

Weight Gain : Regular consumption of durian can lead to weight gain as it is high in calories. Although durian does not contain cholesterol or unhealthy fats, the fruit is still high in calories. One kilogram of durian contains an average of 1,350 calories, which is equivalent to the total daily calorie intake of an average adult.

"To ensure health and avoid weight gain, you should eat durian in moderation, no more than 2 segments a day and only 1 to 2 times a week," Dr. Vu recommends.

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