The Mid-Autumn Festival is approaching, and mooncakes are once again becoming the highlight on the dining table. Many families may find themselves with an excess of mooncakes, making them a readily available food during this period. Due to the convenience of carrying and storing mooncakes, they are not only festive delicacies but sometimes also a choice for breakfast or a snack during leisure time. However, it is worth noting that mooncakes are rich in calories. A typical mooncake weighing around 150 grams has nearly 600 kilocalories, which is equivalent to about three bowls of rice in terms of energy, almost half of the daily energy requirement for an adult woman. Therefore, it is advisable to consume mooncakes in moderation as excessive consumption may be detrimental to health.
From a health perspective, specific groups need to be extra cautious while enjoying mooncakes: – Patients with hypertension and hyperlipidemia should limit their intake of mooncakes as the high salt and oil content may exacerbate the risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. – Individuals with gastric discomfort or stomach ulcers should be cautious as excessive consumption of mooncakes may increase the burden on the gastrointestinal tract. It is recommended that these individuals consume only a small piece of mooncake for breakfast daily, accompanied by milk and eggs to promote nutritional balance. – For those with liver, gallbladder, and pancreatic diseases, the hard fillings in mooncakes may trigger varicose vein rupture or even induce the recurrence of cholecystitis and pancreatitis. Therefore, the consumption of mooncakes should also be controlled to avoid increasing the metabolic pressure on the liver.
In conclusion, while enjoying mooncakes, it is essential to control the consumption quantity, especially for individuals with specific health issues.
