1. People with gout
Bamboo shoots contain a lot of purines - compounds that when entering the body will be converted into uric acid. Uric acid accumulated in the blood is the cause of severe gout attacks. People with gout who eat bamboo shoots can make the condition worse, easily recur and uncontrollable. In particular, dried bamboo shoots have a higher purine content than fresh bamboo shoots, so they should be avoided even more.
2. People with stomach and digestive problems
For people with stomach ulcers, stomach pain, or digestive disorders, eating bamboo shoots - especially old bamboo shoots - can cause bloating, indigestion, and even abdominal pain. Bamboo shoots contain a lot of insoluble fiber, which can easily irritate the stomach lining if the digestive system is weak. Therefore, this group of people should limit their intake or only eat small amounts of young bamboo shoots, cooked thoroughly.
3. Pregnant women and young children
Fresh bamboo shoots may contain a natural poison called cyanide. If not carefully prepared (boiled many times, drained), this substance can exist in dishes and cause poisoning, dangerously affecting health. Children and pregnant women with weak immune systems and sensitivity to toxins should avoid eating fresh bamboo shoots, especially bamboo shoots of unknown origin.
4. People with liver and kidney disease
The liver and kidneys are the organs that filter and eliminate toxins in the body. Eating bamboo shoots - especially pickled bamboo shoots and bamboo shoots soaked for a long time - can overload the liver and kidneys. People with a history of hepatitis, liver failure, kidney failure... should absolutely stay away from processed bamboo shoots, and limit bamboo shoots in general to protect long-term health.
