The consumption of mooncakes should be moderate to avoid issues such as bloating and indigestion. Adults should not exceed half a mooncake a day, and those containing salted egg yolk should be limited to one; elderly individuals should reduce this to a quarter, especially avoiding egg yolk mooncakes. Pairing with light tea or eating fruits like kiwi or grapefruit can help alleviate greasiness and promote digestion. It is important not to eat mooncakes on an empty stomach; they are best enjoyed as a snack about an hour after a meal to reduce stomach pressure. Opened mooncakes are easily susceptible to microbial contamination and should be consumed promptly to prevent gastrointestinal inflammation.
Certain groups should avoid consuming mooncakes: Diabetics should not eat mooncakes due to their high sugar content; even sugar-free mooncakes cannot be overlooked for their fat content. Patients with gastric ulcers or duodenal ulcers should refrain from eating them to avoid exacerbating their condition; individuals who are obese, have high blood lipids, high blood pressure, or suffer from cholecystitis or gallstones may face health risks after consumption; those with chronic diarrhea, acute hepatitis, or in the recovery phase of hepatitis should also avoid them.
Regarding “sugar-free mooncakes,” consumers should understand that they do not contain no sugar at all, but rather replace sucrose with other sugar sources or sweeteners. Additionally, the shelf life of mooncakes is not directly related to their preservative content, but more so to their ingredients, moisture, and composition. When purchasing mooncakes, one should check for the completeness of label information and focus on the placement of sugar and oil in the ingredient list, opting for products listed later; sodium content in the nutritional information should also be considered. Quality mooncakes should appear free of cracks and peeling, with a firm, shiny crust that emits a natural aroma, especially types containing fats, which should ensure no oxidized odors.
