Diabetic patients should be cautious when consuming mooncakes, as they have a high sugar content, which may cause a rapid increase in blood sugar, disrupt sugar metabolism balance, and not be beneficial for disease control. People who have not been diagnosed with diabetes should also be aware that long-term consumption of traditional sugary foods may increase the risk of illness.
For those with duodenal or gastric ulcers, enjoying mooncakes, though a festive tradition, should be done in moderation. Mooncakes can stimulate gastric acid secretion, causing strong and lasting stimulation to ulcerated areas, potentially worsening the condition.
Patients with cardiovascular diseases should moderate their consumption of mooncakes. The sugar and fat content in mooncakes may increase blood viscosity, worsen the burden on the heart, hinder recovery, and may even trigger cardiovascular issues.
Patients with seborrheic skin diseases, such as seborrheic dermatitis, acne, should avoid excessive consumption of mooncakes. Studies have shown that these skin problems are related to excess sugar and fat intake, and additional intake of mooncakes may exacerbate sebum secretion, worsening the condition.
Patients with liver diseases are not suitable for consuming mooncakes. Mooncakes have a dry and hard texture, while patients with liver diseases often have varices in the lower esophagus and gastric fundus, making blood vessels fragile. Consuming mooncakes may lead to esophageal rupture and bleeding, which is extremely detrimental to the condition.
