Waspada.co.id – Eggplant is often considered one of the excellent vegetables to include in a healthy diet. Unfortunately, excessive eggplant consumption can cause side effects for health.
Eggplant has abundant nutritional content and is rich in antioxidants. This makes it an option that helps reduce the risk of heart disease, high blood sugar, excess weight, and even cancer.
However, behind all the benefits, eggplant also has side effects that need to be watched out for. People with certain conditions are even prohibited from eating eggplant because it can trigger allergies.
Side Effects of Eating Eggplant
1. Allergies
Eggplant belongs to the nightshade vegetable family, which is linked to allergy risk. Although the case is rare, eggplant can cause allergic reactions such as difficulty breathing, swelling, and itching of the skin.
2. Kidney Stones
Medical News Today states, the oxalate content in eggplant can potentially cause the formation of kidney stones. Some people who are prone to absorbing oxalate should be aware of this.
Although research is still limited, if you consume eggplant in excess and feel sharp pain in the kidney area, consult your doctor immediately.
3. Iron deficiency
A compound called nasunin, which belongs to the anthocyanin group and is found in eggplant skins, can bind iron in the body and excrete it. For some people who have quite a lot of iron in their bodies, it might be good to eat eggplant.
Conversely, for people with low levels of iron in the body, eggplant actually has the potential to interfere with iron absorption and result in iron deficiency in the body.
4. Solanine Poisoning
Eggplant contains a natural compound called solanine. This solanine functions to protect the plant while it is still developing.
Excessive consumption of solanine can cause symptoms such as vomiting, nausea, and drowsiness, which are signs of poisoning. (wool/kompastv/ryan/d1)
2023-08-26 16:01:14
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