How to eat durian best?

Doctor CKI Dinh Tran Ngoc Mai, Department of Nutrition - Dietetics, University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, answered: Fruit is a source of vitamins, fiber, sugar and micronutrients for the body. With a variety of types and delicious flavors, fruit is easy to eat and is a favorite dish of many people.

However, not all fruits are good for health and the amount of fruit eaten each day should be limited to an appropriate level.

Durian is one of the fruits with a high glycemic index. 200 mg of durian pulp provides 300 kcal, including 50 grams of sugar, 10 grams of fat, 3 grams of protein and 8 grams of fiber. It also contains B vitamins, potassium, magnesium...

With a high sugar content, eating durian in large quantities will lead to a spike in blood sugar and insulin. The increase in insulin leads to increased androgen secretion, causing the body to produce more oil, causing inflammation. These are favorable factors for the development of acne.

Therefore, you should only eat durian 2-3 times/week, 1-2 segments each time to help the body avoid excess energy and stabilize blood sugar, avoiding acne.