Patient's question:
Recently it has gotten hot, and my family bought some poria glutinosa paste back. I heard that pregnant women can drink it as a herbal tea to clear heat and detoxify. Can I eat it? Can pregnant women eat poria glutinosa paste?Doctor's answer:
Fuling Gao, also known as Gui Ling Gao, is a food made by stewing tortoise shell and Fuling. It has nourishing effects and can also be used as a cooling and refreshing food. Fuling Gao possesses the functions of diuretic and dampness-reducing, strengthening the spleen and regulating the stomach, and calming the mind. Pregnant women can consume it in adequate amounts, but tortoise shell is relatively cold and can be harmful to both the fetus and the pregnant woman. Therefore, pregnant women should not consume it frequently and can only do so occasionally.