Raw bamboo shoots can be eaten, but it is not recommended. The oxalic acid content in raw bamboo shoots is relatively high, which will affect the normal function of the body to absorb calcium and iron. It's best to cook the bamboo shoots before eating them to minimize the side effects they bring to the body. Even if you eat cooked bamboo shoots, it is recommended that you eat them in moderation. Since bamboo shoots are cold, overconsumption will bring harm to the stomach and intestines.

Nutritional value of bamboo shoots: Bamboo shoots are very high in nutritional value, rich in protein, amino acids, fat, sugar, calcium, phosphorus, iron, carotene, as well as vitamin B and vitamin C and so on. And the protein content of bamboo shoots belongs to high-quality protein, lysine, tryptophan, threonine, phenylalanine, etc., which is essential for human body. Bamboo shoots are low-sugar, low-fat, high-fiber food, contains more crude fiber, so it can promote intestinal peristalsis, help digestion, play the role of laxative, can improve the symptoms of constipation patients. At the same time, bamboo shoots also have a certain weight loss effect, with its dietary fiber content.