During the Mid-Autumn Festival, appreciating the moon and tasting mooncakes as a traditional custom bring a warm festive atmosphere to people. However, considering that mooncakes contain high levels of oil and sugar, healthy consumption becomes a focal point of concern. To enjoy traditional delicacies while maintaining health, the following suggestions may be helpful:
Firstly, faced with the variety of mooncake options available in the market, it might be wise to choose a few favorites enjoyed by the family and cut each type of mooncake into small pieces for sharing. This way, you can experience different flavors, effectively control intake, and avoid overeating.
Secondly, due to the high sugar and oil content of mooncakes, they can cause excess gastric acid, so the elderly, children, and those with sensitive stomachs should consume them in moderation. Especially friends with chronic conditions such as hypertension, hyperglycemia, hyperlipidemia, should be cautious, taste in small quantities, or avoid consumption to prevent affecting blood sugar stability and increasing cardiovascular burden.
Furthermore, mooncakes should not replace regular meals. The best time to enjoy them is between meals as a snack, especially in the evening when the body’s metabolism slows down. It is advisable to reduce mooncake intake, a crucial recommendation for patients with “three highs” and the elderly.
Lastly, pairing a cup of hot tea is an excellent way to enjoy mooncakes. Tea not only helps alleviate greasiness but also aids digestion. Pu’er tea, green tea, jasmine tea, or chrysanthemum tea are excellent choices to accompany mooncakes, adding a fresh and healthy touch of sweetness to this festive occasion.
Through these methods, we can enjoy Mid-Autumn mooncakes more scientifically and reasonably while preserving traditional customs, making this holiday both joyful and healthy
