Patient's question:
I have an itchy lower body, and my underwear is always yellow. What's going on? Can pregnant women drink mung bean soup?Doctor's answer:
Some pregnant women often drink mung bean soup. However, pediatricians point out that pregnant women should not drink mung bean soup for a long time, as mung beans are considered yin in nature, which is not suitable for expectant mothers with cold constitutions and weak spleens. If they choose to drink it, they can add red beans and jujubes while boiling the mung beans to replenish qi and nourish blood. In fact, the best way for pregnant women to stay cool is to drink red bean soup (also known as "chìdòu"), as red bean soup can promote diuresis and alleviate leg swelling in the later stages of pregnancy. At the same time, it is advisable to use less sugar to avoid gestational hyperglycemia.