"Boss, give me five skewers of lamb, a sweet potato noodle, and a bottle of beer." In summer, you can see barbecue stalls of all sizes on the streets and alleys, where people drink beer, eat skewers, and chat. It sounds very pleasant.

　　Beer and barbecue seem like a perfect match in summer, but did you know that doing this long-term can easily lead to various health problems? Let's take a look together!

　　Beer and barbecue are not a perfect match!

　　Beer + Barbecue = Obesity !

　　Many men can't enjoy barbecue without beer, especially in the summer. They drink and eat heartily, thoroughly enjoying themselves. However, they don't realize that obesity is creeping up on them.

　　You might still be confused, so let's do the math. On one hand, you're eating high-calorie meat, and on the other hand, you're drinking high-calorie beer. A 600ml bottle of beer produces about 162 kilocalories. A typical small skewer of meat weighs 40 grams, and 100 grams of lamb leg meat produces 111 kilocalories. Even assuming you eat ten skewers (400 grams total), those ten lamb skewers alone provide 444 kilocalories. In total, a bottle of beer and ten skewers produce 606 kilocalories, which is roughly the energy needed for a normal person's meal.

　　Eating like this long-term, even if it doesn't lead to obesity, will put excessive pressure on the liver and gallbladder, or even cause cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. While barbecue is delicious, it really shouldn't be eaten in excess; if you want to eat it, you should do so in moderation.

　　These details should not be overlooked when eating barbecue

　　1. Reduce the frequency of eating barbecue.

　　Eat it as little as possible. If you want to satisfy your craving, try to have it once a month. Remember: the less often, the better.

　　2. Beer should not be eaten with barbecue.

　　Beer is refreshing and contains many essential amino acids and abundant vitamins, making it a popular choice. However, drinking beer while eating grilled meat skewers is inappropriate because smoked foods contain organic amines and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, benzopyrene, and amino acid derivatives produced during cooking. When excessive alcohol consumption leads to elevated blood lead levels, these substances can combine with the lead, potentially inducing digestive tract diseases or even tumors.

　　3. Offer a variety of grilled skewers.

　　A single food source not only fails to provide a complete range of nutrients, but may also lead to the harmful effects of excessive intake of harmful substances.

　　4. Green vegetables and fruits are not suitable for roasting.

　　Bright green romaine lettuce, long, thin chives, crisp, sweet apple slices… it seems like any vegetable or fruit can be grilled. However, in reality, it's difficult to control the cooking time when heating tender vegetables over charcoal, making them prone to burning. Burnt vegetables can also produce carcinogens. Furthermore, the nutritional value of fruits and vegetables largely lies in their rich vitamin content, which is destroyed by excessive heating.

　　5. Eat vegetables as well as meat.

　　Grilling can easily produce carcinogens. The best way to combat carcinogens is to eat more fruits and vegetables containing antioxidant nutrients, such as oranges, tomatoes, carrots, and apples. These fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamins A, C, and E, which have excellent detoxifying effects.

　　6. Let the barbecue sit for a while after it's cooked before eating.

　　Eating excessively hot food can damage the esophageal lining, causing burns to the mouth, and can also stimulate mucosal hyperplasia, leaving scars and inflammation. Over time, this may even lead to malignant transformations. Some experts believe that the occurrence of certain esophageal cancers may be directly related to eating very hot food. The habit of eating hot food can also damage the taste buds on the tongue, affecting the sense of taste.

　　7. Choose a place with good hygiene and that is legal.

　　It's best to go to restaurants or eateries with valid health certificates and business licenses, and make sure the food is thoroughly cooked. Eat less or avoid open-air barbecues, especially those from vendors without business licenses and health permits.