Post-Chuseok diet: What to eat after salty holiday feast
com. After the Chuseok holiday, some people may feel bloated or heavier than usual. This is often because they consume more sodium than normal, eating foods such as jeon (pan-fried meat and vegetables), galbi (marinated beef ribs) and japchae (glass noodles stir-fried with vegetables), along with soups, stews and sauces. For those looking to get back on…
After the Chuseok holiday, some individuals may find themselves feeling bloated or heavier than usual. This is often due to consuming higher levels of sodium than normal, often through foods like jeon (pan-fried meat and vegetables), galbi (marinated beef ribs), japchae (glass noodles stir-fried with vegetables), soups, stews, and sauces.
For those seeking to return to a healthier state, it's recommended to consume potassium-rich foods rather than skipping meals. Potassium can be a beneficial addition to one's diet following such a salty feast.
The reason potassium-rich foods are helpful lies in their ability to maintain muscle and nerve function and regulate the body's fluid and electrolyte balance. Most importantly, they aid in the body's ability to eliminate excess sodium. This can help counteract the rise in blood pressure that may occur due to excessive sodium intake. According to the Ministry of Health and Welfare's 2025 Dietary Reference Intakes for Koreans, potassium plays a crucial role in regulating blood pressure by promoting the excretion of sodium.
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