Will eating star anise during breastfeeding cause milk to decrease?

Patient's question:

Aunt came back from outside a couple of days ago and brought me some stewed pig trotters. She knows I'm breastfeeding, so she wanted to give me some nutrients. Later, I found out there were star anise in it, so I wanted to ask if eating star anise while breastfeeding can cause milk suppression.

Doctor's answer:

During breastfeeding, if you consume hexagon-shaped snacks (not many), it generally has no significant impact. Hexagons are relatively more irritating to blood vessels, and although they may not have a significant effect on the mother's body, they can often cause adverse reactions in infants. Stimulating foods can easily lead to skin discomfort after breastfeeding. It is recommended to focus on mild foods during breastfeeding. The above suggestions are for this issue, and it is hoped that they will be helpful to you.

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