Why Does Jajangmyeon Upset My Stomach?

Jajangmyeon is a representative Chinese dish that Koreans love.

However, have you ever experienced an upset or bloated stomach after eating jajangmyeon?

Today, let's find out the reasons why.

Jajangmyeon is made by stir-frying ingredients with a large amount of oil.

Such high-fat foods stay in the stomach for a long time, delaying digestion,

generating intestinal gas, and causing indigestion symptoms like abdominal pain or diarrhea.

Additionally, the gluten contained in the noodles can also have an effect.

Gluten is a protein found in grains with a sticky property.

Excessive consumption can cause it to clump together, leading to digestive issues such as abdominal distension and constipation.

Furthermore, synthetic additives, including sodium bicarbonate, are added to the noodles for elasticity.

Sodium bicarbonate becomes alkaline when dissolved in water.

When it meets stomach acid, it generates gas, reducing digestive function,

and can be a cause of indigestion.

Moreover, jajangmyeon has a calorie count of 800 calories...

High-calorie foods can loosen the sphincter between the esophagus and stomach,

allowing stomach acid to reflux. In severe cases, it can erode or inflame the esophagus,

leading to esophagitis or digestive disorders.

This requires even more caution for people with diabetes or high blood pressure.

If an excessive amount of sodium from jajangmyeon enters the body,

blood pressure can rise and blood sugar can increase, potentially leading to acute complications, so caution is necessary.

And if you've always felt bloated after eating flour-based foods, including jajangmyeon,

there's a high possibility you might have gluten intolerance.

Gluten intolerance is a condition where stomach acid used in digestion and enzymes secreted by the pancreas

cannot digest gluten, causing an adverse reaction.

In such cases, the explanation ‘not eating it is the best medicine’ is spot on!^^

Source: Kormedi.com