What to do if your hands feel itchy after peeling yam

　　Yams are rich in nutrients and have a creamy texture. They are a commonly eaten ingredient, but itching hands when peeling them is a problem that many people encounter. What should I do if my hands feel itchy after peeling yam? Who is not suitable to eat more yams?

What to do if your hands feel itchy after peeling yam

　　Itchy hands after peeling yam is because yam mucus contains plant alkaloids and saponins, which can cause irritation when in contact with the skin. You can first rinse your hands under running water to wash away the remaining mucus, and then apply vinegar to the itchy area. Vinegar can neutralize plant alkaloids and saponins to relieve itching. ； You can also put your hands on the fire and bake them lightly. The high temperature can destroy the irritating components in the mucus and quickly relieve the discomfort.

Who is not suitable to eat more yams?

　　1. People with abdominal distension and loose stools

　　Yams are rich in starch and have a sticky texture. For people with bloating and loose stools, eating too much will increase the burden on the gastrointestinal tract, causing more obvious bloating, and may also aggravate the symptoms of loose stools.

　　2. Diabetic patients

　　Yams contain a lot of starch, which will be converted into sugar after digestion and absorption. Excessive consumption by diabetic patients will increase blood sugar, which is not conducive to the stable control of blood sugar.

　　3. People who are allergic to yam

　　In addition to itchy hands after peeling, some people will also experience oral itching, rashes and other allergic reactions after eating yam. Such people should avoid eating yam completely.

　　4. People with renal insufficiency

　　The potassium content in yams is high. People with renal insufficiency have a reduced ability to excrete potassium. Eating more yams will lead to the accumulation of potassium in the body, which may lead to hyperkalemia, fatigue, abnormal heartbeat and other problems.

　　5. People with cold and fever

　　Yams are warm in nature and sweet in taste, and have a tonic effect. When you have a cold and fever, the body needs to expel pathogenic factors. At this time, eating more yams will hinder the elimination of pathogenic factors, which may aggravate the fever symptoms and prolong the course of the disease.

　　Taking precautions when handling yam can avoid itchy hands. When eating, choose the appropriate amount based on your own situation, so that you can better enjoy the nutritional benefits of yam.