Auntie, what should you avoid eating?
Women's bodies are more sensitive during menstruation (commonly known as "auntie") and they need to pay special attention to their diet. A proper diet can help relieve discomfort, while an improper diet may worsen symptoms. The following are the dietary taboos and related suggestions during menstruation that have been hotly discussed on the Internet in the past 10 days for your reference.
1. Foods to avoid during menstruation
| food category | specific food | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| cold food | Ice cold drinks, watermelon, pears, crabs | May lead to irregular menstrual bleeding and worsening of menstrual cramps |
| spicy food | Chili pepper, Sichuan peppercorns, hot pot, barbecue | May stimulate the uterus and cause increased menstrual bleeding |
| High salt food | Pickled products, processed foods | May cause edema and aggravate breast tenderness |
| caffeine drinks | Coffee, strong tea, cola | May aggravate anxiety and affect sleep |
| alcoholic beverages | Beer, liquor, red wine | May dilate blood vessels, causing increased menstrual blood volume |
2. Recommended foods during menstruation
| food category | specific food | Efficacy |
|---|---|---|
| Warming foods | Red dates, longan, brown sugar, ginger | Help warm the uterus and relieve menstrual cramps |
| Iron-rich foods | Lean meat, animal liver, spinach | Replenish lost iron and prevent anemia |
| Vitamin-rich foods | Orange, kiwi, carrot | Enhance immunity and relieve fatigue |
| easily digestible food | Porridge, noodles, eggs | Reduce gastrointestinal burden and avoid discomfort |
3. Dietary precautions during menstruation
1.Drink more warm water: Keep body hydrated, promote metabolism, avoid drinking ice water or cold water.
2.Eat small meals often: Avoid eating too much at one time, and eat in multiple portions to reduce gastrointestinal burden.
3.Avoid raw and cold food: Such as sashimi, salad dishes, etc. to avoid causing abdominal pain or diarrhea.
4.Appropriate amount of protein supplement: Such as eggs, milk, soy products, etc., to help the body recover.
5.Avoid excessive dieting: The body consumes a lot of energy during menstruation, and excessive dieting may lead to physical exhaustion.
4. Misunderstandings about diet during menstrual period that are hotly discussed on the Internet
1.“You can eat whatever you want during menstruation without gaining weight.”: This is a wrong concept. Although metabolism is slightly improved during menstruation, excessive eating will still lead to accumulation of calories.
2."Drinking brown sugar water can cure dysmenorrhea": Brown sugar water has a certain relieving effect, but it cannot be completely relied on. Severe dysmenorrhea requires medical treatment.
3."You can't eat any fruits during menstruation": Not all fruits are cold. Warm fruits such as apples and grapes can be eaten in moderation.
5. Summary
Diet during menstruation is crucial to women's health. A reasonable combination of foods can help relieve discomfort and improve quality of life. Avoid cold, spicy, high-salt foods and consume more warming, iron- and vitamin-rich foods. At the same time, pay attention to dietary misunderstandings and regulate your body scientifically.
I hope this article can provide you with practical reference, and I wish every female friend can get through the menstrual period easily!
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