When the Doctor Uses A Hack

Chen Cang smiled faintly.

When it came to health and wellness, he really didn't know much.

Seeing this, the older woman immediately said, "Look at you acting all high and mighty! Does the doctor understand more than you do? Listening to a few days of health programs and you think you're an expert!"

Seeing that the two were about to start arguing again, Chen Cang quickly stepped in to stop them.

"Alright, alright, talk it out. Maybe I can help explain!"

One of the older women jumped right in, "Doctor, tell me, does the cooking oil I use have anything to do with my husband's coronary heart disease?"

"Right now, I'm using olive oil…"

Doctor Zhang chimed in, "Ladies, it's actually fine. As long as you eat regularly and maintain a balanced diet, the amount of oil you use won't really affect your life much."

Upon hearing this, the older woman couldn't help but retort, "What do you even know?! I barely use any oil when I cook, but my husband still has hyperlipidemia!"

Doctor Zhang blushed at the sharp comeback.

Watching the two determined aunties, Chen Cang couldn't help but chuckle inwardly.

He figured out their deal pretty quickly.

This was a classic case of "nitpick syndrome!"

If you keep your explanation simple, they think you're incompetent.

With patients like these, the strategy is straightforward—use lofty, sophisticated knowledge to win them over.

It's just like the movie *Knock*.

In a wealthy town, there's a doctor named Barry. When people got sick and went to him, he'd advise against taking medicine or prescribe very basic remedies. But everyone thought Barry didn't have real skills!

Then the protagonist arrives and flips the script, throwing around complex medical jargon that nobody could understand. For simple illnesses, he'd make them spend loads of money. And yet… people thought he was amazing!

Of course, the circumstances here weren't quite the same as in the movie, but Chen Cang felt the principle was similar.

Just as Doctor Zhang had said, a normal diet with proper oil use is generally fine.

As long as you don't overdo it, it'll be okay.

But...

The two aunties felt that watching some popular science shows had made them experts, leading them to think they knew better than the doctor.

In truth, moderate oil consumption isn't much of an issue.

Plus, Chinese culinary history is practically the history of using oil.

Cooking oil is an essential source of fatty acids and vitamin E. That said, as the two ladies mentioned, excess oil intake will indeed significantly raise risks of obesity, heart disease, and diabetes.

This is why people who regularly eat takeout tend to be on the heavier side!

The latest expert opinions from the China Culinary Association revealed that in today's takeout meals across eight major cuisines and 302 specific dishes, there's nearly 10 grams of oil per 100 grams!

A normal person's daily oil intake shouldn't exceed 30 grams.

Now think about what those numbers mean.

Of course, none of this seemed to matter to the two aunties.

Being nitpicky, right?

Chen Cang couldn't help but chuckle as he formed a plan. When it came to nitpicking, he was never one to back down!

"What oil do you usually use?" Chen Cang asked with a smile.

"Refined blended oil!" The older woman said proudly.

Chen Cang smiled, "The latest research indicates that compared to people who don't use refined blended oil, those who use refined blended vegetable oil have a 42% higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes!"

That single statement made the woman's face change instantly!

She wanted to argue further, but Chen Cang didn't give her the chance.

"Lard is 32%, peanut oil is 36%! These conclusions come directly from the latest findings from the Institute of Nutritional Adaptation Research!"

"So, my suggestion to you is to use soybean oil for cooking instead. If you replace other oils with one tablespoon of soybean oil a day, you can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes by 3%."

Sure enough!

Chen Cang's well-reasoned points, backed by data, research papers, and professional jargon, left everyone stunned!

The nitpicky woman froze, rendered speechless by this turn of events.

After all, when a real expert speaks, you can immediately tell the difference!

Compared to amateur pseudo-experts, someone like Chen Cang was undeniably professional and far more convincing.

The other aunt couldn't help but ask, "Doctor, is olive oil good? I've heard people abroad all use olive oil!"

Chen Cang shook his head with a grin, "Olive oil? Don't you think it's smoky?"

"Recent studies have found that during the cooking process, olive oil generates the highest concentration of fine particles, known as PM. Using multi-path dynamic measurement models, results show its sedimentation rate reaches as high as 26.2%. As such, cooking with olive oil isn't a wise choice! In fact, it increases the occurrence of various respiratory diseases."

The older woman blushed upon hearing this, "But… I've seen people overseas using olive oil!"

The crowd that had gathered initially to watch the argument now leaned in even closer!

This debate turned out to be educational.

No one had expected cooking oil to be such a detailed topic.

And at this moment, the two women were genuinely convinced.

It was the first time they'd seen someone explain this topic so thoroughly!

Doubt?

Not a chance!

The professionalism left even Doctor Zhang standing aside, dumbfounded.

The young nurses at the station in front couldn't help but look at Chen Cang with stars in their eyes, brimming with admiration.

"Doctor Chen knows so much!"

"Totally. Having a husband like Professor Chen must be pure bliss."

"I think I should ask Professor Chen tomorrow about how to properly use sanitary pads!"

"Shameless! Have some decency!"

"Tsk!"

The two aunties who had been shut down by Chen Cang were left speechless, finally growing quiet.

Sitting there, they seemed to be questioning their lives.

After all… being called out on your self-righteousness is far too awkward.

Seeing both of them silent, Chen Cang ended his performance with satisfaction.

In the art of showing off, Chen Cang had never met his match.

Today's nitpicking aunties were merely an appetizer.

Chen Cang felt that today was bound to be a day full of suave victories.

But just then, a middle-aged woman couldn't help but stand up, "Doctor… how should I use oil then?"

Chen Cang turned to her.

And said casually, "Olive oil produces a lot of smoke. You can follow Western practices and use it for salads."

"Peanut oil emits little smoke, so it's ideal for stir-frying!"

"Replacing other oils with soybean oil can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes."

"Sesame oil, pepper oil, and chili oil have great flavors too and make for good combinations."

"But… moderation is key, okay?"

With that, Chen Cang turned gracefully and walked toward the office, calling out as he left.

"Next patient!"

This series of actions left the group of aunties filled with admiration.

Having such a son-in-law would be a dream come true!

Unfortunately…

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