Can I eat fried food the day before the physical examination?

It is not recommended to eat fried foods the day before the physical examination. Fried foods may affect the accuracy of some physical examination results, especially the detection of blood lipids, blood sugar and other indicators. Fried foods usually contain a large amount of fat, which may temporarily increase triglyceride levels in the blood after ingestion, affecting blood lipid test results. A high-fat diet may also interfere with transaminase indicators in liver function tests, and some individuals may experience transient abnormalities. Fried foods have a slower digestion rate and may prolong gastric emptying time. If the physical examination includes abdominal ultrasound and other items, incompletely digested food residues may interfere with image clarity. The high temperature generated during the frying process may damage the nutritional content of food and cause some vitamin loss, but this has a relatively small impact on routine physical examination items. Items that require fasting 8-12 hours before the physical examination, such as blood glucose and lipid testing, may cause the blood to appear milky when consuming fried foods, which can affect the readings of the testing equipment. For individuals with weaker gastrointestinal function, fried foods may induce mild gastrointestinal discomfort and interfere with abdominal palpation during physical examination. Some fried foods have a high salt content, which may cause transient blood pressure fluctuations and interfere with blood pressure measurements. Fried foods made with special techniques may contain food additives, which in rare cases may interfere with urine routine results. 24 hours before the physical examination, one should maintain a light diet and avoid high-fat, high sugar, and high salt foods. You can choose cooking methods such as steaming and boiling, and consume more vegetables and fruits rich in dietary fiber. If you have consumed fried foods, you can increase your water intake appropriately to promote metabolism, and truthfully inform the doctor of your dietary situation. On the morning of the physical examination, maintain an empty stomach and wear loose clothing for easy inspection.