
翰鳴堂中醫診所醫師莊可鈞提醒,螃蟹是常見食物過敏原,過去吃蟹出現過敏反應者應避免再食用,不可依賴紫蘇或薑茶「解毒」,嚴重過敏需立即就醫。
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秋天是螃蟹肥美的季節,許多人會以清蒸、薑蔥炒或煮蟹粥等方式食用。過去曾有吃螃蟹後出現皮膚紅疹或蕁麻疹的過敏反應紀錄。
〔記者羅碧/台北報導〕秋天螃蟹肥美,清蒸、薑蔥炒蟹或煮成蟹粥,都讓人食指大動。不過,過去吃螃蟹曾出現皮膚紅疹、蕁麻疹的人,別以為這次少吃一點就沒事。翰鳴堂中醫診所醫師莊可鈞提醒,螃蟹是常見的食物過敏原,已知自己吃蟹會過敏,就應避免再次食用,也別靠紫蘇或薑茶「解毒」。
莊可鈞表示,螃蟹過敏可能造成皮膚搔癢、紅疹、蕁麻疹,也可能出現嘴唇或眼皮腫脹。對於過去吃蟹曾有明顯過敏反應的人,最重要的是避開過敏原,不建議抱著「只吃一口應該沒關係」的心態反覆嘗試。
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有些人平常吃海鮮沒有不適,卻在睡眠不足、壓力較大、飲食不規律,或原本皮膚過敏症狀較明顯時,發現吃完後身體不舒服。莊可鈞指出,吃螃蟹時,常會同時喝酒,或搭配辛辣調味、烤肉及其他海鮮,整餐食物種類多,也較難釐清不適究竟與哪一種食物有關。平常容易皮膚搔癢、反覆起蕁麻疹的人,若近期已經紅癢明顯,更應留意飲食與身體狀況。
吃蟹配薑、紫蘇,是不少人熟悉的吃法。莊可鈞說,從傳統中醫觀點來看,紫蘇具有疏風散寒、行氣和胃等作用,可加入螃蟹料理增添香氣,也有人用紫蘇與薑製成茶飲。但紫蘇只是飲食搭配,並非預防或治療螃蟹過敏的藥物;對螃蟹過敏的人,先吃紫蘇仍可能發生過敏反應。
莊可鈞提醒,一般沒有螃蟹過敏史的人,享用秋蟹也要注意新鮮度及保存情形,充分加熱後再吃,避免生蟹、未熟或已變質的海鮮。吃蟹時不宜同時攝取大量酒精、辛辣及高油脂食物,也別因為當季肥美就一次吃太多。
如果吃蟹後出現皮膚搔癢、紅疹或蕁麻疹,應停止食用,留意症狀變化,不要自行大量吃所謂「解毒」食物或保健食品。若嘴唇、舌頭或喉嚨腫脹,或出現呼吸困難、喘鳴、頭暈、昏厥等症狀,應立即就醫,不能只靠紫蘇、薑茶處理。
莊可鈞強調,過敏反應不是「體內毒素累積」,曾吃蟹起疹的人,避免再次接觸比事後想辦法「解毒」更重要。

Alcohol-based "indicator drugs" such as Polyreta B and Visby have been flowing into the labor market at low prices and illegally for a long time. They enjoy the advantage of being exempt from tobacco and alcohol taxes, which may increase the risk of cancer, liver cirrhosis and industrial safety among grassroots workers. Minister of Health and Welfare Shi Chongliang said that he will strengthen the promotion of drug use and instruct the Food and Drug Administration to discuss with the industry whether to adjust product classification. Studies have shown that Taiwanese workers consume high concentrations of such drinks, with one in five people having the habit of drinking. However, 75% do not know the recommended daily amount and alcohol concentration, which can easily lead to health and safety risks.

Xie Xiaoyun, an obstetrician and gynecologist at Taichung Veterans General Hospital, pointed out that due to the influence of hormonal changes before and after women's menopause, fat distribution may shift from the buttocks and thighs to the abdomen and around the internal organs. Even if the weight does not increase, the lower abdomen will become obvious. She reminded that when losing weight after the age of 40, you should pay attention to muscle retention, changes in waist circumference and adequate protein intake to avoid muscle loss caused by eating less alone.

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During the Mid-Autumn Festival, there are frequent fake barbecue dinners. According to statistics from the CDC, 70 diarrhea clusters have been reported across the country in the past four weeks, of which 25 were found to be norovirus, accounting for nearly 90% of the detected pathogenic cases. Yan Zonghai from Linkou Chang Gung Memorial Hospital reminded that norovirus is highly contagious and only a small number of virus particles can cause illness. He called on meat and seafood to be thoroughly cooked, separate raw and cooked food utensils, and wash hands frequently. People with symptoms should avoid handling food and rest. In serious cases, seek medical treatment as soon as possible to prevent dehydration or worsening of the condition.

The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute affiliated with Harvard Medical School and the 23andMe team analyzed the genetic data of more than 3.3 million people and found that the rare congenital EGFR T790M mutation is highly correlated with the risk of lung cancer in never-smokers. The relative risk of carriers is more than 60 times higher in never-smokers. However, this mutation is extremely rare. On average, only one person per 15,000 people in the United States carries it.

Internet celebrity physician Carlos Jaramillo analyzed the scientific evidence of blueberries on blood vessels, brain and intestinal flora. He pointed out that the absorption rate of anthocyanins is low and requires intestinal microbial metabolism. 150 grams of blueberries per day for 6-12 weeks can improve vascular endothelial function, but does not directly lower blood pressure or blood sugar. Long-term consumption can reduce the risk of myocardial infarction by 34%. It has a cognitive improvement effect on people with mild cognitive decline, but it is not suitable for young people to improve their brain power. It is recommended to eat in moderation and consult a professional.