In traditional Chinese dietary concepts, millet porridge is often praised as a food that "nourishes the stomach" and is especially recommended by elders. However, from the perspective of modern medicine and nutrition, this habit needs to be viewed more rationally. Experts point out that there is no sufficient scientific basis for relying solely on millet porridge to "nourishe the stomach."
Eating millet porridge in moderation for a short period of time can indeed reduce the burden on the stomach because of its soft texture and easy digestion. It is suitable as a transitional diet for gastric discomfort or postoperative recovery period. However, long-term dependence may have adverse effects.
The nutritional composition of millet porridge is relatively simple. The main component is carbohydrates. It lacks sufficient high-quality protein and has a high glycemic index, which is not conducive to blood sugar stability.
For healthy people, eating porridge as their main food for a long time may lead to nutritional imbalance; for people with weak gastric function, long-term consumption of such soft and rotten food will cause the stomach to lack necessary "exercise", which may lead to further decline in digestive function.
Therefore, if you have an upset stomach, you should not rely solely on millet porridge or similar easily digestible foods (such as soda crackers).
The daily diet should be diversified, and on the basis of ensuring that the food is moderately soft and hard, it should be reasonably combined with high-quality protein (such as fish, soy products), fresh vegetables and whole grains to achieve nutritional balance.At the same time, you should develop healthy eating habits of eating regularly, chewing slowly, and eating small and frequent meals at the right time. This is the long-term way to maintain a healthy stomach.
