How soon can I eat persimmons after eating rice dumpling

After eating rice dumpling, it is suggested to eat persimmons every 2 hours. The main component of rice dumpling is glutinous rice, and its digestion speed is slow, while persimmon contains more tannic acid. Eating on an empty stomach or with high starch food may increase the gastrointestinal burden.

rice dumpling is a kind of food with high starch and viscosity, which needs a long time to digest in the stomach. The branched starch structure in glutinous rice is complex, with a small contact area with digestive enzymes and a slow decomposition rate. If persimmons are consumed immediately, the tannic acid in them may combine with partially digested starch in the stomach, forming indigestible lumps. People with weaker gastrointestinal function may experience discomfort such as bloating and acid reflux, which may also affect nutrient absorption in the long run. The tannic acid content of persimmons varies greatly depending on the variety and maturity. Fully ripe sweet persimmons have lower tannic acid content, while unripe astringent persimmons have higher tannic acid content. People with healthy gastrointestinal function may not experience significant discomfort when eating small amounts of food together occasionally, but children, the elderly, or patients with chronic gastritis need to pay special attention. Pectin and tannic acid in persimmon will form gel like substances in the stomach acid environment, which may increase the digestion burden when mixed with glutinous rice.

It is recommended to control the amount of rice dumpling when eating, and avoid eating together with high tannin foods. In daily diet, attention should be paid to dietary matching, and it is best to eat glutinous rice products and fruits separately. Gastrointestinal sensitive individuals can choose persimmon cakes with low tannic acid content to replace fresh persimmons, or pair them with citrus fruits rich in vitamin C to promote tannic acid metabolism. If there is persistent stomach discomfort, seek medical attention promptly to investigate whether there are gastrointestinal motility disorders or other issues.