Patient's question:
My wife is on maternity leave, and today she really wants to eat roasted sweet potatoes. She also needs to feed the baby. Can my wife eat sweet potatoes?Doctor's answer:
It is advisable to consume sweet potatoes in moderation during the postpartum period. This is because physical activity is reduced after childbirth, and the diet tends to be relatively monotonous, making constipation more likely to occur. Sweet potatoes can help tone the spleen, replenish qi, and promote bowel movement. They are rich in minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus, as well as linoleic acid, which can effectively prevent the occurrence of breast cancer and colon cancer. However, if you experience gas after childbirth, it is best not to eat sweet potatoes. You can consume them only when both (passing gas) and (bowel movement) are normal, and your body has gradually recovered. It is also important not to eat too many sweet potatoes, as excessive consumption can also affect digestion.