Patient's question:
During the menstrual period, women should avoid eating certain foods.Doctor's answer:
Hello, in terms of diet, pay attention to the following recommendations and taboos.（1）Avoid cold and raw foods; prefer warm and hot foods: Traditional Chinese medicine believes that blood flows when warm and stagnates when cold. During the menstrual period, consuming cold foods can, on the one hand, harm the spleen and stomach and hinder digestion, and on the other hand, easily damage the body's yang energy, leading to internal cold. Cold stagnation can impede blood circulation, causing insufficient menstrual flow or even menstrual cramps. Even in the height of summer, it is not advisable to eat ice cream or other cold beverages during the menstrual period. A warm and hot diet is beneficial for smooth blood circulation. In winter, you can also eat foods with a warming effect, such as beef, chicken, longan, and goji berries.
（2）Avoid sour and spicy foods; prefer light and plain foods: During the menstrual period, fatigue is often felt, and digestive function is weakened, with poor appetite. To meet nutritional needs, the diet should prioritize fresh foods. Fresh foods are not only delicious but also...